Apple has officially launched its highly anticipated iOS 18.4 update, bringing a host of new features and Apple Intelligence AI capabilities to iPhone users worldwide. This update is particularly significant for users in India, as it introduces Apple Intelligence features in localized English. Let’s take a deep dive into all the exciting additions, including AI-powered tools, enhanced notifications, Visual Intelligence, new emoji, and much more
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Key Features of iOS 18.4
1. Unlock the Power of Apple Intelligence AI on iOS 18.4
With iOS 18.4, Apple expands its AI-powered capabilities across several core apps, allowing users to enhance their experience with smarter automation and assistance. Smart Writing Tools are now available in Mail, Messages, Notes, and third-party apps, enabling users to rewrite, proofread, and summarize text effortlessly.
“Learn More About Apple Intelligence”
2. “Boost Productivity with Priority Notifications in iOS 18.4”
Apple introduces Priority Notifications, a smart feature that ensures important alerts appear at the top of the notification stack. Powered by Apple Intelligence. it prioritizes messages that require immediate attention, making it easier to manage time-sensitive communications.
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3. Discover Visual Intelligence and the New Control Center Shortcut
A new Visual Intelligence shortcut is now available in the Control Center, offering quick access to Apple’s advanced image recognition and processing capabilities. This feature enhances how users interact with images, making tasks like text extraction, object identification, and enhanced photo sorting more intuitive..
4. New Sketch Style for Image Playground
Apple has added a Sketch style option to Image Playground, allowing users to create AI-generated sketch-like images. This complements the Animation and Illustration styles previously available, giving users more creative control.
Enhanced Features in iOS 18.4
5. Photos App Enhancements
The Photos app has been updated with new filtering and sorting options:
- Sort photos by oldest or newest
- Reorder items in “Media Types” and “Utilities” collections
- Sort albums by date modified
- Option to disable Recently Viewed & Recently Shared collections
6. New Emoji Additions
The iOS 18.4 update brings several new emoji, including:
- Face with bags under eyes
- Root vegetable
- Fingerprint
- Shovel
- Leafless tree
- Splatter
- Harp
- Flag of Sark
7. Ambient Music in Control Center
A dedicated Ambient Music feature is now available via the Control Center, offering four curated playlists:
- Chill
- Sleep
- Productivity
- Well-being Users can enable this feature by navigating to Control Center settings.
Device Compatibility & Availability
Which iPhones Support iOS 18.4?
iOS 18.4 is available for the following devices:
- iPhone 16, 15, 14, 13, 12, and 11 series
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
- iPhone SE (2nd & 3rd generation)
However, Apple Intelligence features will only be available on:
- iPhone 15 Pro & iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 models
How to Download iOS 18.4
Updating your iPhone to iOS 18.4 is simple:
- Unlock your iPhone
- Navigate to Settings > General > Software Update
- Tap Download and Install
- If automatic updates are enabled, the update will install overnight while the device is charging.
Additional iOS 18.4 Features
8. Apple Intelligence in More Languages
Apple Intelligence is now available in French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), and localized English for Singapore & India.
9. Vision Pro App & Guest Setup
For Apple Vision Pro users, iOS 18.4 introduces a dedicated Vision Pro app with immersive video content, app recommendations, and guest mode management.
10. Improved Apple Maps & Safari Security
- Apple Maps now allows users to set a preferred language.
- Safari’s Connection Security feature enables users to view website security details for a safer browsing experience.
11. App Store Enhancements
- Review Summaries for a quick overview of app feedback
- Ability to pause and resume downloads directly from the App Store update list
Shot on iPhone 16 Pro
Go behind the scenes of The Weeknd’s groundbreaking music video to learn how the powerful camera features on iPhone 16 Pro deliver more creative freedom and flexibility than ever before. The “Dancing in the Flames” cinematographer Erik Henriksson films the video in dreamlike slow motion using 4K 120 fps Dolby Vision on iPhone 16 Pro. Thanks to Camera Control, he could make technical decisions by simply sliding a finger to adjust camera functions like exposure or focal length — all without missing a beat.
Final Thoughts
The iOS 18.4 update brings a significant leap in AI-powered features, improved notifications, creative tools, and system-wide enhancements. Whether you’re excited about Apple Intelligence AI, Priority Notifications, Visual Intelligence, or the new emoji, this update enhances the overall user experience for iPhone owners.
Make sure to download iOS 18.4 today and explore the future of AI on iPhone!
