Tomorrow marks the official launch of Apple’s much awaited iOS 18, which will bring with it a slew of noteworthy improvements and exciting new features for iPhone owners in India.
Numerous enhancements will be included in this new OS update, such as an upgraded Photos app, enhanced Safari, and a customizable home screen. Apple will also be releasing a suite of AI-powered features for certain devices called Apple Intelligence. Notable features will include picture creation, content editing, and Siri driven by ChatGPT. Even yet, Apple does not intend to provide Apple Intelligence features prior to October 20,24, when iOS 18.1 will be released.
Let’s examine the iPhone models that will be receiving the next iOS upgrade in depth, as well as the features it offers.
iOS 18: iPhones that qualify
While iOS 18 will come pre-installed on the next iPhone 16 series, Apple will also release the updated operating system for a number of earlier iPhone models, totaling more than 25 devices. The whole list of iPhones that will support iOS 18 is provided below:
iPhone 16, Pro, Plus, Pro Max, and 16 Pro iPhone
iPhone 15—15 Pro, 15 Plus, 15 Pro Max, and 15 Pro Pro
14, Pro, Plus, Pro Max, and 14 Pro iPhone
iOS 13: iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, and iPhone 13.
Twelve, Eleven, Eleven Mini, Eleven Pro, and Eleven Pro Max
iPhone 11, Pro iPhone 11, and Pro Max iPhone 11
Two generations of iPhone SE, and a third generation of iPhone SE
Not all devices will be able to utilize every new function, even with this widespread compatibility. In particular, only a select few devices—the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and the complete iPhone 16 lineup—will support Apple Intelligence.
Features of iOS 18
A number of new features intended to improve accessibility, control, and personalization will be included with iOS 18:
Custom Home Screen Layouts:
Users can arrange widgets and app icons anyway they choose on the Home Screen, giving it a personalized and distinctive appearance. Users will be able to further customize their aesthetic preferences with Dark Mode icons and tints that may be changed.
Redesigned Control Center:
To facilitate customization and improved organization, the Control Center will be completely redesigned. Users will be able to more easily combine controls with the Action Button and Lock Screen by resizing them, even those from third-party apps.
Enhancements to the Photos App:
The Photos app is getting the largest change to date, with a new UI that groups memories into collections, vacations, and events. Eliminating undesirable objects from images will be made easier with the release of a new tool called Clean Up.
Improvements to Messaging:
iOS 18 will provide animated text effects, satellite messaging for off-grid communication, and the option to schedule messages with the new Send Later feature. Richer contact with non-iMessage users will be possible thanks to RCS compatibility, and the Mail app will get features like time-sensitive tools and categorized inboxes for simpler email management.
Maps and Advanced Safari:
Safari will gain a new Reader interface to make it easier to read, as well as a feature called Distraction Control to filter out undesirable stuff. Topographic views, hiking routes, and offline support will all be included in the maps for better navigation.
Improvements to gaming and audio:
Game Mode will boost frame rates and response times, and voice isolation, enhanced Siri interactions, and customized spatial audio will all be present in AirPods.
New Accessibility Features:
The iPhone’s accessibility options will be improved by Eye Tracking, Motion Cues, and Music Haptics, ensuring that users with varying needs may fully enjoy iOS 18.
Future Features of Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence, a potent AI-based system that will revolutionize how people interact with their devices, will surely be the standout feature of iOS 18. An improved Siri that uses an on-device semantic index to deliver more logical and context-aware responses will be at the heart of this update.
ChatGPT-Powered Thanks to its AI integration, Siri can now get particular information from emails, texts, and other apps when users ask inquiries. For example, Siri will bring up the relevant text discussion if you inquire about a movie that your friend recommended.
With the help of Image Playground, users will be able to create, modify, and generate images from descriptions or already-taken pictures. iPhone users will have a creative edge thanks to the ability to experiment with various artistic mediums, such as 3D animation and contemporary drawing.
Improvements to Focus Mode:
iOS 18 will prioritize important messages and manage interruptions according on user behavior, making notifications smarter. Users will be able to personalize which notifications can override Do Not Disturb settings thanks to the new Intelligent Breakthrough & Silencing function.
Advanced Messaging and Email: Users will receive intelligent responses in their inboxes depending on the content of the messages they have received, thanks to enhanced response creation and summarization in both text and email messages. With these updates, communication will be faster and more effective.
