Apple Releases iOS 18 and iPadOS 18: What’s New?

Apple has ‍officially ‍released iOS‌ 18 and iPadOS 18, the latest operating systems ​for iPhone and iPad. The new ‍updates can be downloaded for free on supported devices via Settings > General > Software ‌Update. Let’s take a ‌look at the main features of this update.

Key Features of iOS 18

• Customizable⁢ Home Screen: Organize apps and widgets as‍ you ⁢like, and add ⁣color to app⁢ icons.
• New‌ Control Center: Support multiple pages, control external apps, and⁣ add controls on ⁤lock screen ⁣and action button.
• Messages App Update: Schedule a Tapback message with any emoji, add text⁤ effects, and enjoy RCS support​ for chatting with Android friends.
• New⁢ Password App: Manage your login information more ⁢easily.
• Record ‌a Conversation: Record calls in the Notes app⁤ and transcribe them.
• Smart ⁤Safari: Highlight important parts of the web page and control distractions.
• Photos App Renewal: New ‌layout and many customization⁢ options.
• Updated Maps App: Support topographic maps, hiking trails, and ‍create your⁤ own walking route.
• Block Apps:⁤ Protect apps with Face ID or Touch ID, and ⁢hide them.
• Tap to Collect: Transfer money to other‍ iPhone users⁤ more easily.
• New Features for ⁤AirPods Pro: Use as a hearing aid, test ​your ‍hearing,⁢ measure your ear level,​ and see how much sound you can receive.

iPad Exclusive Features

• New Tab Bar for Apps
• Automatically Improve Your Handwriting

Other Interesting Features

• Satellite Messaging Support (iPhone 14 and later)
• Game Mode for Maximum Performance
• New Wallets and⁢ Payment Methods
• Record Your ⁤Feelings in ⁢the Journal ‍App
• Easier ⁢to Find Recent Calls
• Improved Privacy
• And Many⁤ Others

Note: Some​ Apple Intelligence‌ features like Writing Tools, Genmoji, and ​more ⁣are not included in this release of iOS 18.