Introducing iOS 18! How Will iPhone Change? WWDC24 Announcement Summary | Release #214

The home screen icons can now be freely customized. You can place icons anywhere, and it supports dark mode and color customization. This allows users to create a home screen that reflects their personality.

With the significant improvement in home screen customization, users' creativity will be more expressed. It will be particularly appealing to users who are particular about design and appearance.

In the Control Center, you can now switch pages with up and down swipes and switch grouped control icons. Additionally, icon size customization is now possible, improving usability.

The enhanced customization of the Control Center offers great convenience as users can optimize settings according to their usage patterns. It will be particularly beneficial for users who frequently change settings.

The 'Lock an app' feature requires authentication with Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode when launching apps, and the 'Hide an app' feature allows hiding apps from the home screen. Privacy protection is enhanced when lending your iPhone to others.

The enhancement of privacy features not only protects personal information but also improves device security. It is particularly effective in scenarios where devices are shared, such as in households or workplaces.

In the Messages app, you can add any emoji and apply decorations such as underline and italics. Additionally, a message scheduling feature has been added, allowing messages to be sent automatically at specific times.

The customization and scheduling features of messages will broaden the scope of user communication. It will be particularly useful in business settings and event announcements, where time-conscious message sending is possible.

The Mail app now features on-device categorization, automatically organizing important emails. Additionally, Apple Intelligence provides reply generation and summary features, enabling efficient email management.

The automatic email organization and generation features offer significant benefits to business users. They allow for efficient processing of large volumes of emails, saving time and preventing important information from being overlooked.

The Maps app now includes detailed terrain maps with trails and hiking routes, available offline and supported in Japan.

For outdoor enthusiasts, detailed terrain maps and offline availability are highly appreciated features. The fact that it is supported in Japan is particularly attractive, making its use in mountainous areas safer and more convenient.

Game mode has been introduced to the iPhone, minimizing background processing and improving the responsiveness of AirPods and game controllers. More supported titles are expected in the future.

The addition of game mode is a significant benefit for users who use the iPhone as a gaming device. It offers competitive gameplay and enhances the mobile gaming experience.

The interface of the Photos app has been significantly revamped, integrating libraries and albums. A collection feature that automatically suggests photos based on content has also been added, improving usability.
The new interface of the Photos app helps users manage photos more easily and organize memories. The automatic suggestion feature enhances the convenience of everyday photo use by making it easier to find organized photos.

• Wallet: 'Tap to Cash' allows payments between iPhones (US only)
• Journal: Mindfulness recording and goal display
• Notes: Automatic transcription and formula input for answers, highlight feature
• Home: Guest access control, robot vacuum support
• Accessibility: Eye tracking, Taptic Engine and music synchronization
• Calculator: New features added (iPad compliant)
• Calendar: Redesigned month view, integration with reminders
• Freeboard: Sectional organization, board sharing via links
• SharePlay: Draw on others' screens, screen control support
• SOS: Streaming video sharing during emergency calls
• Fitness: Design overhaul, enhanced personalization
• Phone: Call recording and transcription, seamless SIM card switching
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With these updates, iOS 18 brings about significant changes that can be considered a new OS. At cizucu, we will continue to deliver the latest iOS 18 information to enrich your iPhone experience.

iOS 18 is expected to significantly enhance user convenience by strengthening the integration of Apple's AI technology and devices. We look forward to its release this fall!