iOS 18 Latest Features Announced

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iOS 18 introduces advanced AI features, extensive customization, improved privacy, and seamless integration, transforming user experience across Apple devices, here are some to watch.

1

Enhanced Siri Capabilities

Siri is getting a major AI boost  with a new visual look, a better understanding of nuanced speech, and the ability to type commands.

2

Integration of ChatGPT

Apple's collaboration with OpenAI brings ChatGPT to iOS 18, enabling users to ask questions, generate text, and receive answers without creating an account.

3

AI Writing Assistance

iOS 18’s AI can rewrite, proofread and summarize text in emails, notes  and other text-entry areas, improving efficiency and accuracy in communication.

4

Advanced Photo-Editing Tools

New photo-editing features include a cleanup tool that removes unwanted people or objects from photos.

5

Generative AI Emoji

Users can create unique emojis for  any occasion using AI, called Genmoji, along with an Image Playground tool for generating various AI images  across the OS.

6

Extensive Customization Options

iOS 18 offers unprecedented customization for the iPhone, including custom colors for app icons, free icon placement etc.

7

Recording and Transcription Features

The Notes and Phone apps will support audio recordings, transcription and summary generation.

8

Improved Messaging

Rich Communication Service (RCS) will improve interactions with Android users, providing higher-resolution media and read receipts.

9

iPhone-Mac Integration

iPhone mirroring on Mac allows users to interact with their iPhone through the computer’s keyboard and receive iPhone notifications on the Mac.

10

Privacy and Security Enhancements

iOS 18 includes app locking and  hiding for sensitive apps and many AI features process data on-device to enhance privacy.