Apple iOS 18.2 launched on Wednesday, bringing new Apple Intelligence features to iPhone users. The latest mobile operating system introduces some of the most anticipated AI-based features from the iPhone maker, which were not included in previous software updates.
The upgrades include improvements to the phone’s camera, photos, and messaging apps.
How to download iOS 18.2
The new operating system is available to members of the general public with iPhones capable of running iOS 18. However, among those with older iPhone models, only iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 16 can access Apple Intelligence features that are part of. of the iOS 18.2 update.
To download Apple’s latest mobile software, go to Settings on your iPhone, then General, then Software Update to download iOS 18.2. The software is only available in beta mode.
What’s new ?
The new update includes Apple Intelligence tools such as Image Playground, Genmoji and more.
Image Playground is described by Apple as a tool that allows users to create “fun and playful images in multiple styles” using photos on their camera roll. Genmoji allows users to create custom emojis. Additionally, a new tool called Image Wand can turn sketches or handwritten notes into typed memos.
Support for ChatGPT, another new feature in iOS 18.2, gives users direct access to ChatGPT through Siri and Writing Tools.
Apple Intelligence also optimizes other new features in the update. For example, users can now point their cameras at buildings, objects, and even businesses, and Apple Visual Intelligence will provide information about what the camera sees.
In the upgraded Mail app, users’ messages are categorized for easier digestion.
There’s more to come, Apple said in announcing new features. AI-based features to be released in the coming months will be even more tailored to user preferences, the tech giant said.
