iOS 18 may have a fun surprise for longtime iPhone user
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 is just around the corner, and we're expecting some big announcements from the tech giant. Here's a roundup of all the exciting updates and features that Apple is expected to unveil at the conference.
iOS 18 and More
The headline act of WWDC 2024 will undoubtedly be the unveiling of iOS 18, the latest iPhone operating system. According to reports, iOS 18 is expected to bring a host of new features and improvements, including:
- RCS texting in iMessage: iOS 18 is rumored to introduce RCS (Rich Communication Services) texting to the iMessage app, providing a more enhanced and feature-rich messaging experience for iPhone users.
- Home Screen Customization: Users are likely to get more options to customize their home screens, allowing for a more personalized iPhone experience.
- Potential Design Changes: There are also speculations about a possible significant design change to the overall iOS interface, which has many users intrigued.
- AI Integration: AI is expected to be a major focus of iOS 18, with features like AI-created custom emojis, new apps for Vision Pro, and AI integration into various Apple first-party apps. The new AI system, reportedly named Apple Intelligence, is expected to be available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.
- Mail App Transformation: One of the most anticipated updates is the transformation of the Mail app. Apple plans to introduce enhanced search results, Smart Replies powered by AI for quick responses, and automatic sorting of emails based on their content. This AI-driven email management system is expected to revolutionize how users interact with their inboxes.
Old-School Wallpapers Making a Comeback
In addition to iOS 18 updates, Apple is also bringing back old-school wallpapers, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The new wallpaper packs will include Mac versions referencing old-school icons and slogans, as well as iPhone wallpapers resembling those from the early days of the iPhone, such as the famous clownfish wallpaper and the Earth from Space wallpaper.
A Dedicated Password App
Apple is also expected to take on password manager apps like 1Password and LastPass with the introduction of its own dedicated password app. According to Gurman, this app, tentatively named "Passwords," will be available across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and surprisingly, even Windows PCs. It will offer features such as support for passkeys, biometrics, secure password generation, and auto-completion of logins, all synced across devices using iCloud.
With so much in store, the Apple WWDC 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting event, and we at Digital Trends will be covering all the key announcements and providing in-depth analysis of these upcoming updates.
Mark your calendars, as the event kicks off on and runs until , with the keynote address starting at on the first day. Stay tuned, as we bring you all the latest from Apple's highly anticipated developer conference!
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