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ToggleThe upcoming Apple iOS 18.4 update is poised to launch next month, introducing a host of significant changes and new features. Currently in the beta phase, this update is expected to be made publicly available in April. Among the anticipated additions are Visual Intelligence for the iPhone 15 Pro series, Priority Notifications, a fresh set of emojis, new features in Apple News+ related to food, and much more. Below, we delve into the details of what users can expect from the iOS 18.4 update.
Apple has announced its intention to improve support for Apple Intelligence in various local languages, including French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and notably, Indian English. This enhancement is particularly exciting for users in India, who will now be able to engage with AI features utilizing their regional English accent, making the user experience more accessible and relatable.
One of the standout features of the update will be the introduction of Visual Intelligence for the iPhone 15 Pro series. This innovative tool will enable users to analyze images to detect various objects, landmarks, and even textual content. In addition, it aims to enhance recognition capabilities for regional languages, local street signs, and prominent landmarks, thus enriching users’ interactions with their environment.
This update is also likely to introduce a revamped Control Center, designed to enhance the overall user experience. Users can anticipate a redesigned interface for toggling Brightness and Sound settings. Furthermore, there are plans to integrate an Ambient Music feature that will provide soothing soundscapes tailored for activities such as Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing, facilitating a more enjoyable experience as users navigate their devices.
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The iOS 18.4 update is set to introduce seven new emojis. Among these will be an array of facial expressions and objects including a tired face featuring visible bags under the eyes, a fingerprint, a bare tree, a root vegetable, a harp, a shovel, and a splatter emoji, enhancing the ways users can express themselves in digital conversations.
Among the many enhancements, the Priority Notifications feature will be a game-changer, as it will highlight the most crucial alerts directly on the user’s lock screen. This functionality is designed to ensure that users do not miss important updates by automatically culling essential notifications into a specialized section. Users will still have access to all notifications by swiping up, maintaining a balance between priority alerts and the full notification set.
Additionally, the forthcoming update will introduce a specialized News+ Food feature within the Apple News app. This feature will curate a selection of recipes sourced from top publishers, providing users with a wealth of culinary inspiration and education right at their fingertips, thus enhancing the overall content available for food enthusiasts within the app.