New Features in iOS 18.2 Beta: What to Expect?

freecores.com – Apple has recently released the release candidate (RC) for iOS 18.1, marking the final beta phase before the official launch. According to 9to5Mac on October 25, 2024, Apple has confirmed that iOS 18.1 will be available to all users next week. Tech journalist Mark Gurman has indicated that iOS 18.1 is expected to launch on Monday, October 28, 2024. If there are any delays, they are likely to be just one or two days. From this timeline, we can speculate about the release of the iOS 18.2 beta. Apple tends to follow a consistent schedule for their software releases. Once an official update is roll out, beta access for the next version is usually open within a few days.

iOS Launch Timeline:

iOS 17 – October 25
iOS 16 – October 24
iOS 15 – October 25

iOS Beta Release Timeline:

iOS 17 – October 26
iOS 16 – October 27
iOS 15 – October 27

Based on this pattern, we can anticipate that the iOS 18.2 beta 1 will likely be available on Tuesday, October 29. However, if there are slight delays, it might be push to early November 2024 at the latest.

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New Features in iOS 18.2

Apple is also rumor to introduce new M4 Macs next week. If this happens, the beta release schedule could be postponed until November 4, 2024.

The first beta will be accessible to developers initially, followed by a public beta shortly after.

iOS 18.1 will introduce the early stages of Apple Intelligence, while more advance AI features are expecte to appear in iOS 18.2. Here are some highlights to look forward to:

1. Genmoji Playground: A new feature for creatively editing photos.
2. Image Playground: Another innovative photo editing tool.
3. ChatGPT Integration with Siri: Enhancing writing and response capabilities.
4. Personal Context Awareness for Siri: Making Siri smarter in understanding users’ personal contexts.
5. Visual Intelligence: Optimized for the iPhone 16 series.
6. Apple Mail: A major upgrade, including automatic inbox categorization.

iOS 17.7.1 for iPhones Not Updated to iOS 18

In addition to preparing major software updates, Apple plans to release iOS 18.1 with new features from Apple Intelligence. For iPhone users who have yet to transition to iOS 18, there’s good news: Apple is also set to launch iOS 17.7.1 soon.

As reported by 9to5Mac on October 23, 2024, the beta version of iOS 17.7.1 is the first of its kind. While the release notes are brief, they are pack with important updates.

This update is expect to enhance the security and performance of iPhones, allowing users still on iOS 17 to benefit from these improvements.

With the arrival of iOS 17.7.1, iPhone users should experience significant enhancements, particularly in data protection and overall user experience.

Once the official release occurs, iPhone users can update their devices through the settings to enjoy new features and improved security in iOS 17.7.1.

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