Apple has announced the official release date for iOS 18, the next major update for the iPhone’s software. As users have been using iOS 17 for the past seven months, experiencing both highs and lows, such as the introduction of StandBy Mode and iMessage stickers, as well as a software bug that caused overheating on some devices. With the release of the Apple Vision Pro, users are curious about what changes iOS 18 will bring to the iPhone.
The CNET team has come up with ideas and suggestions for features and improvements that Apple should consider incorporating into iOS 18. These suggestions range from enhancing multitasking capabilities on the iPhone Pro Max to expanding StandBy Mode features for easier access to messages and emails. The team also proposes making Siri more capable by integrating large language models, allowing for more complex tasks to be performed via voice commands.
One specific suggestion is to improve the Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max, allowing it to support multiple input clicks for increased functionality. Additionally, the team recommends adding a pro camera app to provide users with more advanced manual controls and settings for photography and videography. Another idea is to enable the scheduling of text messages in the Messages app, making it easier to communicate with friends and family in different time zones.
Other suggestions include implementing a feature in Messages that can automatically detect and translate languages, making it easier for bilingual users to communicate. The team also proposes expanding the capabilities of the Check In feature to allow users to share their location with multiple people simultaneously. Overall, the team at CNET hopes that iOS 18 will bring significant improvements and new features to enhance the user experience on the iPhone.
