IOS 18
Upcoming mobile operating system
Operating system
| Version of the iOS operating system | |
 | |
 iOS 18 Home Screen on an iPhone 15 Pro Max using the new dark look | |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
|---|---|
| OS family | iOS |
| Source model | Closed with open-source components |
| Latest preview | 18.0 beta[1] (June 10, 2024; 2 days ago (2024-06-10)) [±] |
| Marketing target | iPhones |
| Update method | Software Update |
| Preceded by | iOS 17 |
| Official website | apple |
| Tagline | Yours. Truly. |
| Support status | |
| In developer beta | |
| Articles in the series | |
| iPadOS 18 (derivative for iPad) | |
iOS 18 is the upcoming eighteenth major release of Apple's iOS operating system for the iPhone.[2][3][4][5] It was revealed at the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). It is the direct successor to iOS 17 and was announced alongside watchOS 11, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia.
System features
Artificial intelligence
On iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, the Apple Intelligence platform will be available in iOS 18. Apple Intelligence adds artificial intelligence capabilities and large language model integrations to Siri and other operating system functions.[2][6][7]
Messages
iOS 18 will support Rich Communication Services (RCS) on supported conversations, including support for read receipts and higher quality multimedia sharing. As with SMS, it will be designated with green message bubbles and buttons to distinguish it from full iMessage conversations (blue).[8][9]
Photos
iOS 18 includes a redesign of the Photos app.[10]
Home Screen
iOS 18 allows users to customize the icon color as well as the icon position on the Home Screen.[11] Previous iOS versions required icons to snap to a grid that did not allow gaps.
Control Center
iOS 18 comes with a redesign to the Control Center, allowing for multiple pages of controls, resizable buttons, and third-party controls.[12]
Passwords
Apple introduced Passwords, a password manager aimed at simplifying password management for websites and applications.[13] This addition provides users with a convenient tool for securely storing and organizing their credentials, enhancing digital security within the iOS ecosystem. Integrated seamlessly with Apple's existing privacy features like iCloud Keychain, the Passwords app offers users a streamlined experience while prioritizing the protection of sensitive information across multiple platforms and services.
Supported devices
All iPhones that supported iOS 17 also support iOS 18. However, there are varying levels of support depending on the device's system-on-chip (SoC).
iPhones with an A12 Bionic SoC, which includes the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, and those with an A13 Bionic SoC, such as the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, and the second-generation SE, have limited support for iOS 18.
In contrast, iPhones with an A14 Bionic SoC and later models, including the iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max, receive full support for iOS 18.
However, the new Apple Intelligence functions require an A17 Pro SoC or later, which is only available on the most recent iPhone models, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.[6][14]
iPhones that support iOS 18 are as follows:[15][16][17]
- iPhone XS & XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone 12 & 12 Mini
- iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 & 13 Mini
- iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone 14 & 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 & 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max
See also
References
- ^ Clover, Juli (June 10, 2024). "Apple Releases First Betas of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, tvOS 18, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2". MacRumors. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ a b "iOS 18: Everything We Know". MacRumors. January 12, 2024. Archived from the original on January 15, 2024.
- ^ Peter, Kostadinov (June 10, 2024). "iOS 18: Release date predictions, anticipated features, and compatible iPhones". Tom's Guide. Archived from the original on June 10, 2024.
- ^ Miller, Chance (June 10, 2024). "iOS 18 is coming today: Here's everything we know". 9to5mac. Archived from the original on June 10, 2024.
- ^ Sareena, Daydream (June 10, 2024). "iOS 18: New Features, Siri AI, Apple Intelligence and More Expected at WWDC". CNET. Archived from the original on June 10, 2024.
- ^ a b Prospero, Mike (June 10, 2024). "Here are the devices that will support Apple Intelligence — no older iPhones allowed". Tom's Guide. Archived from the original on June 11, 2024. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ Adorno, José (January 4, 2024). "iOS 18: Release date, AI, supported iPhones, and everything we know". Boy Genius Report. Archived from the original on January 15, 2024. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
- ^ Johnson, Allison (June 10, 2024). "Apple is bringing RCS to the iPhone in iOS 18". The Verge. Archived from the original on June 10, 2024. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ Miller, Chance (November 17, 2023). "RCS messages will use green bubbles, Apple confirms". 9to5Mac. Archived from the original on November 18, 2023. Retrieved November 19, 2023.
- ^ "iOS 18 Preview". Apple. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ "What to Expect From iOS 18, Apple's Biggest iOS Update Yet - iDevice Central". iDevice Central. March 27, 2024. Archived from the original on March 27, 2024. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ Hardwick, Tim (June 10, 2024). "iOS 18: New Control Center Features Multiple Customizable Screens". MacRumors. Retrieved June 11, 2024.
- ^ Tibken, Shara; Stern, Joanna (June 11, 2024). "Password App, iPad Calculator, Scheduled Text Messages: What's Coming Soon to Your Apple Devices". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved June 11, 2024.
- ^ "iOS 17 Preview". Apple. Archived from the original on June 6, 2023. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ^ Cipriani, Jason (September 12, 2023). "Here's every iPhone model that will get Apple's iOS 18". ZDNet. Archived from the original on September 3, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Espósito, Filipe (September 19, 2023). "These are the iPhone models compatible with iOS 17". 9to5Mac. Archived from the original on September 22, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
- ^ Teague, Katie (November 14, 2023). "No iOS 17 Update on Your iPhone? Here's Why". CNET. Archived from the original on December 7, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
| Preceded by | iOS 18 2024 | Succeeded by Current |
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