Is AI Apple’s major focus for iOS 18? Here’s all you need to know

Apple is currently working on its next iOS update, the iOS 18, according to media reports. If Apple follows its timeline then iOS 18 might be announced during the WWDC 2024 and then subsequently get released in September next year. Currently, the software update is in its development phase where Apple is trying and testing out various features. Let’s take a look at what we know so far.

Apple’s next software update is expected to bring a lot of changes to the table. It is being called “ambitious and compelling” and according to 9to5Mac, Apple has planned big features and design changes for this update. Along with the newly added RCS support, there are going to be several new AI features as well. Reports suggest that Apple wants to add as many AI features to iOS 18 as possible.

Also read: 10 interesting iOS 17 features all iPhone users should look forward to trying

iOS 18 expected features

Let’s talk about the upcoming AI features first. Until and unless you are living under a rock, you know that the AI trend is taking over globally and tech companies are on their toes to keep up. And so is the case with Apple. The California-based tech giant is working on plenty of AI-based features for its new iOS update, according to reports.

So, what can we expect? Firstly, there could be a new upgrade to Siri. It could become more intelligent by taking advantage of a new AI system. Reportedly, this new AI system will incorporate the language model technology.

Coming to the Messaging App, we might get to see AI integration here too and the app will be able to auto-complete your sentences and field questions too. Apple Music would be able to auto-generate playlists and AI will be integrated into iWork Apps like Keynote and Pages. For Xcode, the inclusion of generative AI features will allow users to write new applications faster.

Also read: 5 iOS 17 features that you won’t be able to use right now

You might remember that we had previously spoken about how Apple plans on bringing RCS support to its iMessage App which will allow better communication between iOS and Android users. Certain iMessage features will be available on Android to iOS chats. This would include features like read receipts, typing indicators, and support for sending high-quality images and videos for conversations among others.

But keep in mind that there is a lot of time before iOS 18 comes out and a lot can change in those months. We’ll keep you posted with any new updates. Do let me know which feature you’re most excited about in the comments.

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