Apple iOS 18 to bring in drastic changes

Apple showcased iOS 18 on Monday during the WWDC event 2024, promising more customizations in Photos, Mail, and Messages.

Users will soon be able send and receive messages via satellite even in areas without a network. It is possible that this feature will not be available everywhere, including India.

iOS 18 will allow you to customize the Home screen and icons. You can also change the size and colour of the icons. This works in dark mode.

Apple iOS 18’s New Features

Users can arrange widgets and apps in any available space on the Home Screen. They can also customize the buttons that appear at the bottom Lock Screen and access Control Center quickly.

Users can switch the controls on the Lock Screen. They can choose from the options in the controls gallery, or remove them completely. Users can access controls in the gallery by pressing the Action button.

Photos will be able to have a single view with the collections listed below. Labels like months and years will be included. You can also organize screenshots. Labels for people, groups, trips and adventures are also included.

Mail will simplify the inbox using device intelligence to sort emails into categories, and iMessage will get new text effects.

iMessage now allows users to amplify letters, words, phrases, and emojis with dynamic animated appearances. Users can format text with bold, underlining italics and strikethrough. The Tapbacks feature now includes any emoji, sticker or other image. You can also compose a message to be sent at a future date and time.

Users will be able to lock and hide any app with iOS 18.

A Game Mode will enhance gaming with a more consistent frame rate and wireless accessories such as AirPods or game controllers that are more responsive.