Apple enthusiasts, get ready! The highly anticipated iOS 18 beta is set to be released next week, and it promises a slew of exciting new features. Here’s a sneak peek at the top 25 enhancements you can look forward to.
1. Revamped Lock Screen
iOS 18 introduces a completely redesigned lock screen with customizable widgets, allowing users to access essential information without unlocking their devices.
2. Interactive Widgets
Widgets are now more interactive, providing real-time updates and allowing users to perform actions directly from the home screen.
3. Advanced AI-Powered Siri
Siri is smarter and more intuitive than ever, leveraging advanced AI to offer better context-aware responses and seamless integration with third-party apps.
4. Dynamic Island Expansion
The Dynamic Island feature has been expanded, offering more functionalities and customization options for displaying notifications and quick actions.
5. Enhanced Privacy Features
Privacy remains a top priority with iOS 18, which introduces new tools to help users control app permissions and manage data sharing more effectively.
6. ProMotion for All Devices
ProMotion technology, which provides smoother scrolling and more responsive touch input, is now available on all compatible iOS devices.
7. Improved Battery Health Management
iOS 18 includes enhanced battery health management tools, offering deeper insights into battery usage and tips to prolong battery life.
8. New AR Experiences
With improved ARKit capabilities, iOS 18 delivers more immersive and realistic augmented reality experiences for gaming, shopping, and learning.
9. FaceTime Enhancements
FaceTime gets a major upgrade with new features like spatial audio, improved video quality, and support for larger group calls.
10. Focus Modes Customization
Focus Modes are now more customizable, allowing users to create tailored settings for work, personal time, and other activities, reducing distractions.
11. App Library Redesign
The App Library has been redesigned for easier navigation and better organization of your apps, making it simpler to find what you need.
12. Multi-User Support
iOS 18 brings multi-user support, enabling different profiles on a single device, which is perfect for families or shared devices.
13. Health App Enhancements
The Health app now includes more comprehensive health metrics, mental health tracking, and integration with additional health devices.
14. Universal Control
Universal Control allows seamless control of multiple Apple devices with a single mouse and keyboard, making multitasking across devices a breeze.
15. Improved Messaging
The Messages app has been enhanced with new stickers, effects, and the ability to edit or unsend messages within a specific time frame.
16. Safari Redesign
Safari gets a fresh look with a more streamlined interface, improved performance, and new privacy features to enhance your browsing experience.
17. Quick Notes
Quick Notes allow users to jot down ideas and information instantly from any screen, with the ability to link back to the source content.
18. Advanced Photos App
The Photos app includes new editing tools, improved organization features, and smarter search capabilities powered by machine learning.
19. Live Text in Videos
Building on the success of Live Text, iOS 18 allows users to interact with text within videos, making it easy to copy, paste, and search for text found in video frames.
20. Redesigned Control Center
The Control Center has been redesigned for more intuitive access to controls and settings, along with the ability to add more custom toggles.
21. Expanded CarPlay
CarPlay gets expanded functionality with more app support, improved interface, and additional customization options for a better in-car experience.
22. Smart Home Enhancements
HomeKit receives significant updates, including better device interoperability, more automation options, and improved security features.
23. Fitness+ Integration
Fitness+ is more deeply integrated into iOS, providing personalized workout recommendations based on your activity data and preferences.
24. Better File Management
The Files app has been improved with enhanced search capabilities, new organization tools, and better integration with cloud storage services.
25. Accessibility Improvements
iOS 18 includes a range of new accessibility features, such as voice control enhancements, expanded screen reader capabilities, and more customizable accessibility settings.