This Monday, September 16, Apple begins rolling out iOS 18, the new version of its operating system for iPhone.
Among the most notable new features of iOS 18 There are improvements in photo organization, more accessible passwords and greater control over applications; However, the biggest advancement of iOS 18 is undoubtedly, the addition of Apple Intelligence, the generative AI that the company has developed together with OpenAI.
This technology will allow iPhone users create images from text and create automatic email summaries, among other advanced features. In addition, Siri will become more efficient and capable of solving more complex queries.
Apple’s goal with this new AI is to position the iPhone as a leader in the field of generative artificial intelligence in smartphones, competing directly with the Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy.
One of the improvements that will be available from day one is the optimization of photo organization. With iOS 18, the Photos app will be more customizable, allowing users to organize their images into new categories and sections. This will make it easier to find and manage large volumes of photos stored on the device.
iOS 18 also makes password management easier. With a new dedicated app, users will be able to access all of their stored passwords without having to navigate through the device’s general settings. This change makes for a more streamlined experience and allows users to quickly make adjustments when needed.
Privacy and security are other key areas that Apple has worked on with this update. Users will now be able to use their iPhone’s facial recognition to block access to specific apps. This ensures that information stored in apps is more protected and that only the owner of the device can access it.
For the first time, iOS will allow users to customize the layout of icons and widgets on the home screen, a feature previously only available on Android devices. In addition, the new dark mode better adapts to user preferences, even allowing users to change the color of icons to improve viewing in low-light conditions. This improvement is not only aesthetic, but also seeks to reduce eye fatigue in dark environments.
Another important aspect that has been redesigned is the Control Center. In iOS 18, the organization of this space is more intuitive, making it easier to quickly access functions such as the voice recorder, stopwatch, and other essential device controls. This optimization allows users to have greater control over the most used functions, thus improving the efficiency of daily use of the iPhone.
iOS 18 will indeed be compatible with the new iPhone 16. (Photo: Shutterstock)iOS 18 Compatibility with iPhone
As is usual with every new version of iOS, not all iPhones will be compatible with iOS 18. The update will only be available for models released from the iPhone XR in 2018 onwards. This includes the iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15, as well as the iPhone SE second and third generation (launched in 2020 and 2022, respectively). In addition, will be compatible with the upcoming iPhone 16, which is expected to hit stores in the coming days.
With these new features, iOS 18 seeks to improve the user experience of the iPhone, although European users will have to wait to enjoy its full potential with the arrival of Apple Intelligence in 2025.
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