Apple’s keynote showcases the key features of iOS 18 in a convenient, single image. Here’s what each cell of the graphic means for iPhone users in the fall.
Apple’s keynote showcases the key features of iOS 18 in a convenient, single image. Here’s what each cell of the graphic means for iPhone users in the fall.
Apple’s presentation of operating system updates is usually summed up through a single graphic, the bento. This graphic, named after the food container due to its compartments, lists many key features that users can look forward to in iOS 18 when it launches this fall.
While the bento doesn’t include every new feature, it serves as a guide for users, offering a preview of what to expect. Here are the features outlined in the iOS bento during the WWDC 2024 keynote.
Biggest-ever Photos update
One of the most significant topics in the WWDC 2024 keynote was Apple’s revamped Photos app.
Now, a Collections feature in iOS 18 automatically organizes the library by topics like Recent Days, Trips, and People & Pets. If you have a few favorite collections, you can pin them for quick access to the collections or albums most important to you.
Swiping right from the photo grid brings up a new Carousel designed to highlight the best content in a poster-style view. Carousel collections refresh daily.
Categorization in Mail
On-device categorization organizes messages to help save time while scrolling through your inbox.
The Primary category includes the most essential emails, including bills, time-sensitive messages, and messages from known contacts.
New categories further sort your emails into manageable sections. For instance, Transactions automatically sorts your receipts and order confirmations, Promotions stores marketing and sales messages, and Updates handles newsletters.
Emoji Tapbacks
Apple has expanded Tapback options for Messages, now allowing users to respond with any emoji or sticker, including live stickers and stickers from packs purchased through the Messages App Store.
Text effects
New text effects allow you to animate words and emojis with various effects. Some words and phrases will automatically display a suggestion, but users can add text effects to any text they select.
