All articles tagged with #ios 18
A Verge tester reports that Apple's Vehicle Motion Cues—moving dots around a device display that sync with a car's motion—dramatically reduce or eliminate motion sickness when using iPhone, iPad, or MacBook in a moving vehicle, with user-configurable options in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS; while effective, the dots can distract maps and text on long stretches, and can be toggled on/off or via Back Tap on supported devices.
Engadget reports that Apple’s satellite messaging on iPhone lets users send and receive text messages via satellite when cellular or Wi‑Fi aren’t available. Available on iPhone 14 and later with iOS 18+, the feature requires enabling iMessage, setting up emergency contacts and Family Sharing, and being outdoors with a clear sky. Messages are text-only, sent at slower speeds, and not designed for media or group chats; delivery varies with satellite conditions. Availability is currently in the US and parts of Canada and may involve future pricing.
The article provides 10 quick and easy tips to enhance your iPhone's performance, privacy, and customization using iOS 18 settings, without needing to update to iOS 26 yet.
Apple is exploring using Google's Gemini AI model to power a revamped Siri, amid internal delays and challenges with its own AI development, potentially enhancing security and capabilities in future iOS updates.
A leaker suggests that another update for iOS 18 is imminent, indicating ongoing developments and improvements for Apple's mobile operating system.
A new iOS 18 feature called Audio Sharing allows two people to connect their AirPods or Beats headphones to a single iPhone or iPad, enabling simultaneous listening to music, podcasts, or watching videos without sharing earbuds or disturbing others.
Apple has released second developer betas for its upcoming iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS, and Apple TV updates, which are more stable than initial builds but still intended for testing on secondary devices. These betas introduce Liquid Glass effects on newer hardware and are recommended for experienced users with backup plans, as early versions can have significant bugs and performance issues.
Apple's software chief Craig Federighi explained that Siri's delayed features were due to quality concerns and the need for reliable performance, but assured that all previously announced features, along with new ones, will be released once ready, with more surprises teased for the future.
Apple announced that over 82% of compatible iPhones are running iOS 18, up from 68% in January, with 71% of eligible iPads also on iPadOS 18, reflecting strong adoption since its rollout in September 2024. The company is expected to unveil iOS 26 at WWDC 2025.
Apple reports that 88% of recent iPhones and 81% of recent iPads are running iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 respectively, highlighting strong adoption rates ahead of WWDC, with the company emphasizing the importance of updates for security and developer support.
Apple has adopted Rich Communication Services (RCS) in iOS 18, enhancing messaging between iPhone and Android devices. RCS offers features like high-quality media sharing, read receipts, and typing indicators, bridging the gap between iMessage and Android messaging. While RCS improves cross-platform communication, it doesn't match iMessage's end-to-end encryption and universal availability across Apple devices. Users can enable RCS in iOS 18 settings, but its functionality depends on carrier support.
The 'Graykey' tool, used by law enforcement agencies to unlock iPhones, can only partially unlock devices running iOS 18. This limitation highlights ongoing challenges in accessing encrypted data on newer Apple devices, as the company continues to enhance its security features to protect user privacy.
Apple has added Apple Music Classical to CarPlay, enhancing its utility for users who enjoy classical music. This service, based on the Primephonic platform acquired by Apple in 2021, offers the world's largest classical music catalog with over 5 million tracks. The update also includes support for Spatial Audio, Announced Notifications, and new accessibility features in iOS 18. Apple Music Classical is available with an Apple Music subscription, providing a rich, immersive listening experience for CarPlay users.
Law enforcement officials are reporting that iPhones stored for forensic examination are mysteriously rebooting, making them harder to unlock. A document from Detroit suggests this may be due to a new iOS 18 security feature that causes iPhones to reboot when disconnected from a cellular network for a period. This reboot increases the phone's security against password-cracking tools. Apple has not confirmed if such a feature exists.
Detroit police are facing challenges as iPhones in their custody are unexpectedly rebooting, complicating evidence extraction. The reboots, suspected to be linked to iOS 18, revert devices to a more secure state, making data access difficult. Despite being in airplane mode or Faraday boxes, the phones may be communicating and triggering reboots. This phenomenon is hindering forensic investigations, prompting warnings to isolate devices from iOS 18 influences. Apple has not commented on the issue.