Apple’s iOS 18 is shaping up to be a significant update, potentially the most substantial in the iPhone’s history. According to reports from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, as highlighted by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, and iPhone in Canada, this upcoming version of iOS is seen within Apple as one of the biggest, if not the biggest, update the company has ever produced.
Key anticipated features of iOS 18 include:
- Generative AI Technology Integration: The update is expected to feature generative AI technology, which could notably improve the functionality of Siri and the Messages app. This technology might enable more sophisticated interactions, allowing Siri and Messages to field questions and auto-complete sentences more effectively.
- Advanced Siri Capabilities: There are plans to incorporate large language models into Siri, enhancing its ability to automate complex tasks and integrate more deeply with the Shortcuts app.
- Rich Communication Services (RCS) Support: The update may include RCS support for iPhone, extending advanced messaging features to conversations beyond iMessage.
- AI Integration Across Apps: Potential integration of AI features into various other Apple apps, such as Apple Music, Pages, Keynote, and Xcode, is also on the cards. This could include auto-generated playlists in Apple Music and AI-assisted functionalities in productivity and development tools.
- Design and User Interface Updates: While details are sparse, the magnitude of this update suggests possible significant changes in the design and user interface, building upon the aesthetic shift that began with iOS 7.
As with all major software updates, there is a great deal of anticipation and speculation surrounding iOS 18. The specific details of the update and its features will become clearer as we approach its official announcement, expected at the WWDC in June.