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iOS 18: Revolutionizing Apple's Mobile with AI

iOS 18: Revolutionizing Apple's Mobile with AI

Date: 6/7/2024

2024 has proven to be a pivotal year for iOS.

The recent changes in the DMA have prompted Apple and other tech giants to take significant steps forward, finally opening up iOS 17 to third-party applications across alternative marketplaces and web downloads.

Approaching the end of the iOS 17 era, Apple has officially introduced iOS 18. This latest version of the iPhone operating system introduces numerous innovations in customization, enhancements in native apps, and most notably, a groundbreaking leap in AI capabilities through a major partnership with OpenAI.

When was iOS 18 unveiled?

iOS 18 was officially unveiled on June 10th during WWDC 2024. The presentation of the iPhone operating system was a highlight of the keynote, second only to the unveiling of the new artificial intelligence features.

While this was the official unveiling of iOS 18, stable versions won't be available until September. Apple has showcased the features of the first developer beta, indicating there's still considerable development ahead.

Which iPhones will receive the iOS 18 update?

Buying an iPhone means purchasing years of support, and this is no different with iOS 18. Apple has yet to specify which iPhones will receive the update. However, considering that the iPhone Xs and Xr are currently supported, it's safe to assume that the iPhone 11 will be included in the lineup.

✅ iPhone 11

✅ iPhone 11 Pro

✅ iPhone 11 Pro Max

✅ iPhone SE (2nd gen. - 2020)

✅ iPhone 12

✅ iPhone 12 mini

✅ iPhone 12 Pro

✅ iPhone 12 Pro Max

✅ iPhone 13

✅ iPhone 13 mini

✅ iPhone 13 Pro

✅ iPhone 13 Pro Max

✅ iPhone SE (3rd gen. - 2022)

✅ iPhone 14

✅ iPhone 14 Plus

✅ iPhone 14 Pro

✅ iPhone 14 Pro Max

✅ iPhone 15

✅ iPhone 15 Plus

✅ iPhone 15 Pro

✅ iPhone 15 Pro Max

The new iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max will come pre-installed with iOS 18, and other models will receive the update starting from their release month.

What are the new features in iOS 18?

iOS 18 introduces innovations across three major areas: enhanced system customization, upgrades to native apps, and the integration of advanced AI capabilities. These changes mark a significant evolution in the iPhone operating system.

Enhanced system customization

Users can now freely arrange system icons on their iPhone screens, breaking away from the traditional top-to-bottom arrangement.

This flexibility allows for more personalized home screens. Additionally, iOS 18 introduces customizable home screen colors and a dark mode option specifically tailored for phone icons, transforming the user interface with a few simple taps.

Upgrades to native apps

Several native applications have been enhanced in iOS 18, with notable improvements seen in the Messages and Photos apps.

  • Messages: The Messages app now supports satellite connectivity, enabling users with compatible iPhones to send messages even in the absence of network coverage.

  • Passwords: Password management settings have been streamlined into a dedicated app, simplifying access and management.

  • Photos: iOS 18 introduces a redesigned interface with enhanced search capabilities and new categorization options, marking a significant design upgrade in the history of Photos.

  • Mail: The Mail app receives interface enhancements and improved email categorization.

Introduction of Apple Intelligence

iOS 18 integrates Apple Intelligence, a powerful AI platform designed to enhance user experience across multiple domains.

  • Language: iPhones running iOS 18 can prioritize notifications based on content analysis and offer advanced text editing features in apps like Mail, Notes, Safari, and third-party applications.

  • Images: Users can leverage AI to create artistic images using their photo libraries, facilitating creative expression.

  • App Actions: iOS 18 introduces intuitive app actions, allowing users to perform complex tasks with simple voice commands or gestures.

  • Personal Context: Leveraging data from emails, contacts, calendar events, and screen interactions, iOS 18 provides personalized insights and suggestions to enhance productivity and daily life.

Apple Intelligence is currently available on iPhone 15 Pro models, leveraging the advanced capabilities of the Apple A17 Pro chip. Initially launching in English within the U.S., additional language support is planned for 2025.