Apple is gearing up to release the iOS 18 update, packed with exciting new features and improvements that promise to enhance the functionality and user experience of iOS devices. According to geeky-gadgets.com, iOS 18 is slated for public release on September 16th, followed by iOS 18.1 in October.
One of the standout features in iOS 18 is the new swipe-down gesture in the Notes app’s gallery view, allowing users to swiftly return to the folder view, making navigation more efficient. The Photos app is also getting a useful upgrade with a new “recently viewed photos” section, organizing images based on when they were last viewed.
The Music app’s interface is getting a facelift, especially when using Siri to play music, offering a more seamless experience. The Phone app is bringing back the familiar iOS 17 UI for recent calls and enhancing search capabilities for quicker call retrieval.
Verizon users will appreciate that 5G standalone is now enabled by default, ensuring a faster and more reliable connection without additional setup. iOS 18 also introduces a new security delay feature to prevent unauthorized profile installations, boosting device security.
Other notable enhancements include a visual upgrade in the Maps app with a new animation for adding locations, and better battery performance metrics, providing users with more insights into their device’s power consumption.
The release timeline includes an iPhone event on September 10th, where the RC (Release Candidate) version of iOS 18 is expected to be unveiled. The final public release follows on September 16th, with iOS 18.1 arriving in October.