Apple Releases Beta Version of iOS 18.1 with Advanced Artificial Intelligence Features but
Among the notable features in "iOS 18.1" are advanced writing tools that allow users to rewrite, review, and summarize texts across various applications, including Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps, enhancing productivity and ease of writing. The voice assistant "Siri" has also received a major update with a new design and the ability to seamlessly switch between text and voice interactions. Siri's capabilities have been expanded to support multiple devices and answer questions about task performance.
The Mail app has also seen significant improvements, including features for prioritizing messages and simplifying inbox management. This includes a new section highlighting urgent messages and the ability to view summaries instead of previewing the first few lines. The "Smart Reply" feature has also been enhanced to offer quick suggestions.
A new Focus mode has been introduced to reduce interruptions by showing only the most important notifications, while the Photos app includes improvements in natural language search, allowing users to find images by describing them.
Although "iOS 18.1" offers a robust set of features, some anticipated enhancements, such as "Image Playground," "Genmoji," "Priority Notifications," and an enhanced Siri, are not yet available and are expected to be introduced in future updates.
Apple has also released the beta version of "macOS Sequoia 15.1," which includes similar AI capabilities, reinforcing the company's commitment to integrating AI across its ecosystem. Some AI features, like major Siri improvements, are expected to roll out gradually through 2025 to ensure quality.
To access these new features, users must have an "iPhone 15 Pro" or "Pro Max" or an "iPad" with an Apple Silicon chip. After installing the update, they can request to join the waitlist via the Settings menu and await a notification for access to "Apple Intelligence" features. Through this early stage, Apple aims to identify and resolve potential issues before the final release, ensuring a smooth experience for all users.
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