Apple has just released iOS 18.4, marking the fourth major update to the iOS 18 operating system since its debut last September. This update introduces a wealth of new features aimed at improving user experience, offering more customization options, and enhancing the power of Apple’s devices, especially newer iPhone models.
Prioritize Your Notifications with Apple Intelligence
One of the standout features in iOS 18.4 is Priority Notifications, powered by Apple Intelligence. This feature helps you stay on top of important alerts by displaying critical notifications first, making it easier to manage the chaos of everyday notifications. The setting is disabled by default but can be activated through Settings > Notifications > Prioritize Notifications. You can even fine-tune it per app to ensure that only the most relevant notifications are brought to your attention.
Enhanced Visual Intelligence for iPhone 15 Pro Models
iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max users now have access to Visual Intelligence, a feature previously exclusive to the iPhone 16 models. This allows users to activate Visual Intelligence via the Action Button or the Control Center, enhancing the device’s camera and AI capabilities for better photos and intelligent adjustments.
New Features in Image Playground and Siri
For those who enjoy creative tools, iOS 18.4 introduces a new Sketch style in Image Playground, adding to the existing Animation and Illustration styles. Meanwhile, Siri has received two new Australian voices, and the Type to Siri option has been streamlined for better accessibility.
Ambient Music and Privacy Enhancements
To aid productivity, focus, and wellbeing, iOS 18.4 now includes an Ambient Music option in the Control Center. It offers categories such as Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing, each with a variety of soundtracks to enhance your environment. Additionally, Privacy Indication Dots now appear more clearly on the iPhone’s menu bar, giving users better visibility when the camera or microphone is in use.
Vision Pro App and Apple News+ Food Section
For those with a Vision Pro headset, iOS 18.4 brings a new app designed to help discover immersive content. Apple has also expanded its Apple News+ service with a dedicated Food section, providing subscribers with thousands of recipes, cooking tips, and more, sourced from top food publishers.
For further details on all the new features in iOS 18.4, check out the full guide on MacRumors here.