Rumors: What to Expect from Apple's iOS 18 Update
Apple's next annual iOS update, iOS 18, is several months away, but it's never too early to start talking about it. Here's everything we know about iOS 18 so far.
iOS 18 Release Date
Even with no confirmation from Apple, we can safely assume iOS 18 will launch in September, around the same time as the also-unconfirmed iPhone 16. That's because every new version of iOS launches in September, around the same time as the new iPhone. Unlike MacBooks and iPads, iOS release dates are predictable.
Apple's next iteration of iOS is several months away from even being shown off, much less released.
Gurman has given us enough iOS 18 rumor fodder to keep us satiated until its expected September launch.
iOS 18 Features
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, iOS 18 will be "one of the biggest" updates in iOS history. While the specifics are still unknown, Gurman has hinted at an emphasis on AI integration into various built-in iOS apps. This could include updates to Siri and features like text proofreading and webpage summarization.
Additionally, Apple has confirmed that it will adopt the Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging standard, which will improve the texting experience between Android and iOS users. This means that users will have access to typing indicators, read receipts, and other conveniences when communicating with one another.
Overall, iOS 18 is expected to bring significant advancements and improvements to Apple's mobile operating system.
