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Apple Unveils iOS 18.3 Update: A Game Changer for iPhone Users

  • Writer: Matticus Lowery
    Matticus Lowery
  • Feb 2
  • 2 min read

Updated: Feb 7

Apple has officially released the iOS 18.3 update, introducing significant enhancements and features for iPhone users. This update, which follows the minor iOS 18.2.1 release, is compatible with all iPhones from 2018 onwards, including the iPhone Xs, Xs Max, and Xr. Users are encouraged to download this update to take advantage of the new functionalities and improvements.

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Key Takeaways

  • iOS 18.3 is compatible with iPhones from 2018 onwards.

  • Apple Intelligence is now enabled by default on supported devices.

  • New features include enhanced Visual Intelligence and updates to the Calculator app.

  • Users can now turn off notification summaries directly from the lock screen.

Compatibility And Installation

The iOS 18.3 update is available for any iPhone model released from 2018 onwards. This includes:

  • iPhone Xs

  • iPhone Xs Max

  • iPhone Xr

  • iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation)

To install the update, users should navigate to the Settings app, select General, then Software Update, and follow the prompts to download and install the update, which is approximately 1.14GB in size.

Major Changes In iOS 18.3

While iOS 18.3 does not introduce a major new feature like its predecessors, it includes several important updates:

  • Apple Intelligence: This feature is now turned on by default for compatible devices, which include the iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. Users who prefer not to use Apple Intelligence will need to disable it manually in the settings.

  • Notification Summaries: Apple has temporarily suspended the News & Entertainment category summaries due to issues affecting news organizations. Users will now see warnings that summarization can cause problems, with summaries displayed in italics.

New Features And Improvements

The update brings several new features and improvements:

  1. Visual Intelligence Enhancements: Users can now identify plants and animals using the camera and add events to the calendar by scanning posters or flyers.

  2. Calculator App Update: The Calculator app now allows users to repeat calculations by tapping the equal sign multiple times.

  3. PDF Editing Warning: A new warning alerts users that cropped areas in PDFs are not permanently removed, preventing potential confusion.

  4. Personalized Emoji Creation: A new Genmoji entry in Messages makes it easier to create personalized emojis.

  5. Unity Rhythm Wallpaper: A new wallpaper has been added to honor Black History Month, available to all iPhone users running iOS 18.3.

Minor Fixes And Adjustments

In addition to new features, iOS 18.3 addresses several minor issues:

  • The keyboard disappearing during typed Siri requests has been fixed.

  • Audio playback issues in Apple Music, where songs continued to play after closing the app, have been resolved.

  • Users can now disable notification summaries directly from the lock screen, enhancing user control over notifications.

Conclusion

The iOS 18.3 update is a significant step forward for iPhone users, offering a range of new features and improvements that enhance the overall user experience. With Apple Intelligence now enabled by default and various enhancements across apps, users are encouraged to update their devices to enjoy these new capabilities.

Sources

  • Apple Releases iOS 18.3: Crucial iPhone Update With Apple Intelligence Changes, Forbes.

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