iOS 18
iOS 18 compatible devices
| Device Name | SOC | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 15 Pro | A17 Pro | 2023-09-22 |
| iPhone 15 Pro Max | A17 Pro | 2023-09-22 |
| iPhone 15 | A16 Bionic | 2023-09-22 |
| iPhone 15 Plus | A16 Bionic | 2023-09-22 |
| iPhone 14 Plus | A15 Bionic | 2022-10-07 |
| iPhone 14 Pro | A16 Bionic | 2022-09-16 |
| iPhone 14 Pro Max | A16 Bionic | 2022-09-16 |
| iPhone 14 | A15 Bionic | 2022-09-16 |
| iPhone SE (3rd generation) | A15 Bionic | 2022-03-18 |
| iPhone 13 Pro | A15 Bionic | 2021-09-24 |
| iPhone 13 Pro Max | A15 Bionic | 2021-09-24 |
| iPhone 13 mini | A15 Bionic | 2021-09-24 |
| iPhone 13 | A15 Bionic | 2021-09-24 |
| iPhone 12 Pro Max | A14 Bionic | 2020-11-13 |
| iPhone 12 mini | A14 Bionic | 2020-11-13 |
| iPhone 12 Pro | A14 Bionic | 2020-10-23 |
| iPhone 12 | A14 Bionic | 2020-10-23 |
| iPhone SE (2nd generation) | A13 Bionic | 2020-04-24 |
| iPhone 11 Pro | A13 Bionic | 2019-09-20 |
| iPhone 11 Pro Max | A13 Bionic | 2019-09-20 |
| iPhone 11 | A13 Bionic | 2019-09-20 |
| iPhone XR | A12 Bionic | 2018-10-26 |
| iPhone XS | A12 Bionic | 2018-09-21 |
| iPhone XS Max | A12 Bionic | 2018-09-21 |
Exploring iOS 18: What's New and Exciting?
iOS 18, released in 2024, introduces a host of new features and enhancements aimed at improving personalization, functionality, and user experience on iPhone devices.
Apple Intelligence
A major highlight of iOS 18 is the integration of Apple Intelligence, a suite of AI-powered features designed to enhance various aspects of the iPhone experience. This includes:
- Revamped Siri: Siri is now more intelligent, understanding context better and providing more accurate responses. It can keep track of prior requests and knows what's on your screen, offering a more interactive and useful experience.
- AI in Messages: AI integration can auto-complete sentences, summarize incoming messages, and suggest replies, making communication more efficient.
- Generative AI: Used in apps like Apple Music for auto-generated playlists and in iWork apps to help create content more quickly.
Enhanced Customization
iOS 18 brings new levels of customization to the Home Screen, Lock Screen, and Control Center:
- Home Screen Customization: Users can now freely place app icons, create gaps, and add larger widgets. Dark mode icons and custom icon tinting options are also available.
- Control Center Redesign: Control Center can be rearranged with customizable sizes and groups, and it can be split into multiple screens for different functions like HomeKit controls and media playback.
Upgrades to Core Apps
Several core apps have received significant updates:
- Photos App: The Library and For You tabs have been merged into a simplified view, and new features like Collections and a carousel view make it easier to browse and manage photos.
- Messages: New features include the ability to schedule messages, enhanced Tapbacks with any emoji, and support for Rich Communication Services (RCS) for better messaging with Android users.
- Notes App: Now supports live audio recording and transcription, as well as new math solving capabilities and customizable color options for highlighting text.
Enhanced Privacy and Security
iOS 18 introduces several new privacy and security features:
- App Locking and Hiding: Users can lock any app with Face ID or Touch ID and hide apps in a secure folder in the App Library.
- Selective Contact Sharing: Apps can be granted access to specific contacts instead of the entire contact list.
New Apps and Features
- Passwords App: A dedicated app for managing iCloud Keychain passwords, Wi-Fi passwords, verification codes, and more, available across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Windows PCs.
- Event Tickets: Redesigned event tickets in the Wallet app now include maps, venue information, and more.
Gaming and Performance
- Game Mode: Minimizes background activity to ensure maximum performance during gaming, reduces latency for game controllers and AirPods, and supports Personalized Spatial Audio for gaming.
Legacy
iOS 18 continues to build on the foundation laid by previous updates, enhancing AI capabilities, customization options, and overall user experience. These improvements make iOS 18 a significant update, paving the way for future innovations in Apple's software ecosystem.