Apple Launches iOS 18.4 Highlighting Key Features; visionOS 2.4 Introduces AI Capabilities for Vision Pro

Today marks a significant milestone for Apple as the company unveils the much-anticipated updates: iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 for iPhone and iPad users, along with macOS 15.4, visionOS 2.4, and tvOS 18.4 for their respective devices. Users can now download and install these updates on their compatible devices, bringing a host of exciting new features and enhancements.

Overview of Apple’s Latest Release: iOS 18.4 and More

With the official launch of iOS 18.4, alongside iPadOS 18.4, users can now easily upgrade their devices via the Settings app. Simply navigate to General > Software Update > Install and follow the on-screen prompts. Notably, these updates are no longer confined to the testing phase, eliminating the need for a Developer Account linked to your Apple ID.

Notable Features in iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4

A standout feature introduced is Priority Notifications, which is now accessible to all compatible devices supporting Apple Intelligence. This feature ensures important notifications remain at the forefront, helping users keep track of what matters most. Additionally, a dedicated Vision Pro app has been launched for Vision Pro owners, featuring new content along with capabilities tailored for Apple News+ subscribers, such as enhanced food-related updates.

Key Features of Apple Intelligence

Priority notifications are highlighted at the top, ensuring immediate attention to crucial messages.

New Sketch option available in the Image Playground enables the creation of beautiful sketches.

Support has expanded to include eight new languages and two additional English dialects.

Apple Vision Pro App

An automatic installation for Apple Vision Pro users that helps explore new spatial experiences and device information.

Apple News+

Access a plethora of recipes from renowned publishers.

Effortlessly browse and save dishes with the Recipe Catalog feature.

Utilize Cooking Mode for step-by-step instructions while cooking.

The Food section will now include stories related to restaurants, nutrition tips, and kitchen advice.

Photos Enhancements

New filtering options allow hiding unsorted items in Library view.

Users can reorder media in Photos and enjoy consistent sorting features across all albums.

Sort by Date Modified and disable visibility for collections like ‘Recently Viewed’ within Photos Settings.

Hidden photos won’t be imported to Mac or PC when Face ID is activated.

Additional Enhancements and Bug Fixes:

Improved Safari search suggestions for easier navigation of previous queries.

Streamlined setup for creating Child Accounts with age-appropriate defaults.

App limits on Screen Time persist even after app uninstallation.

App Store features concise summaries of user reviews for quick insights.

Download progress on app updates can now be paused and resumed.

New Podcasts widgets, including Followed Shows and Library sections.

Instant access to Ambient Music playlists from Control Center.

Enhanced control for Matter-compatible robot vacuums within the Home app.

Support for ten new system languages, enriching accessibility.

Note: Some features may vary by region or device compatibility. For details on the security aspects of these updates, please visit: Apple Support.

macOS Sequoia 15.4 Update

In addition to the mobile updates, Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.4. Users can install this update through the Software Update feature in System Settings. One of the noteworthy additions is the Mail Categorization feature, which helps organize emails into essential categories such as Transactions, Promotions, and Updates. Similar to the mobile updates, this version also introduces the Apple News Food section for subscribers and the new Sketch style in Image Playground.

Introducing visionOS 2.4 for Vision Pro

Apple’s visionOS 2.4 has also been released, bringing Apple Intelligence to Vision Pro for the very first time. Users can easily update their headsets via the Settings app.

Notable Features in visionOS 2.4

Writing tools to assist with rewriting, proofreading, and text summarization.

Smart Reply feature in Mail and Messages provides context-aware suggestions.

Create distinctive images using concepts from your photo library in Image Playground.

Custom emoji creation directly from the keyboard for personalized expression.

Effortlessly locate photos and videos through natural language descriptions.

Priority notifications in Mail ensure important messages are easily noticeable.

Additional Functionalities:

Start Guest User sessions with nearby iOS devices.

Access a curated Spatial Gallery app for a unique visual experience.

Some features may not be available in all regions. For additional information, please visit: Apple VisionOS.

Additionally, tvOS 18.4 has been released for all compatible Apple TV models, although this update mainly focuses on minor enhancements. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to monitor developments in Apple’s software ecosystem.

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