Get ready iPhone users! iOS 18.4 is just around the corner, and it's bringing a whole host of exciting new features and changes to your favorite device. From AI enhancements to new emoji, this update is packed with goodies. Let's dive in and explore what you can expect from iOS 18.4.
Siri Gets a Major Intelligence Boost
One of the most anticipated changes in iOS 18.4 is the arrival of Apple Intelligence for Siri. This powerful AI upgrade will revolutionize how you interact with your iPhone. Imagine Siri understanding your personal context, anticipating your needs, and providing even more relevant information.
Here's what you can look forward to:
- On-screen awareness: Siri will be able to "see" what's on your screen and provide contextually relevant information.
- Deeper per-app controls: Control your favorite apps with more detailed and intuitive voice commands.
- Personalized understanding: Siri will learn your habits and preferences to offer a truly personalized experience.
- But there's a catch: To enjoy the full power of Apple Intelligence, you'll need an iPhone 15 Pro or any iPhone 16 model.
Apple Intelligence Goes Global
Currently, Apple Intelligence is only available in localized English for a handful of countries. With iOS 18.4, Apple is expanding its reach to more languages, including:
- English (India)
- English (Singapore)
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
This is fantastic news for iPhone users worldwide, as it opens up a world of possibilities for AI-powered assistance.
News Summaries Get a Much-Needed Improvement
Remember those inaccurate news summaries from Apple Intelligence? Well, Apple has been hard at work improving them. iOS 18.4 is expected to bring more accurate and reliable news summaries, so you can stay informed without worrying about misleading information.
Express Yourself with New Emoji
No iOS update is complete without new emoji, and iOS 18.4 is no exception. Get ready to express yourself with a fresh batch of fun and quirky characters, including:
- Face with bags under eyes
- Fingerprint
- Leafless tree
- Root vegetable
- Harp
- Shovel
- Splatter
Choose Your Default Apps in the EU
Thanks to the EU's Digital Markets Act, iPhone users in the EU will finally be able to set their default navigation and translation apps. This means you can ditch Apple Maps and Apple Translate in favor of your preferred alternatives like Google Maps, Waze, or Google Translate. This long-awaited feature will be accessible through the "Default Apps" section in the Settings app.
Control Your Robot Vacuum with the Home App
Another exciting addition coming to iOS 18.4 is robot vacuum support in the Home app. This means you can control your robot vacuum's core functions, such as power, cleaning mode, and charging status, all from the convenience of your iPhone. You can even integrate your robot vacuum into HomeKit scenes and automations for a truly smart home experience.
When Can You Expect iOS 18.4?
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the first iOS 18.4 beta should be released next week, with the official release likely following in April.
So, are you excited about iOS 18.4? Which feature are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below!
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