What new APIs are there in iOS 18?
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iOS 18 introduces several new APIs and enhancements across various frameworks. Here are some of the key updates:
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UIKit Enhancements:
- Improvements to transitions and animations.
- Updated tab bars.
- New document launch experience.
- Enhanced integration between UIKit and SwiftUI.
- What’s new in UIKit
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Controls API:
- New controls API allows creating controls that can toggle settings, execute actions, or deep link to specific experiences.
- Controls can be added to the control center or assigned to the action button on iPhone 15 Pro.
- Platforms State of the Union
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Privacy Enhancements:
- Improved transparency and control over access to local network, Bluetooth, and contacts.
- New flow for sharing contacts with more control over what information is shared.
- What’s new in privacy
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Passkeys and Security:
- New registration API for seamless transition to passkeys.
- Enhanced security measures for device management and app installations.
- Platforms State of the Union
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StoreKit 2:
- The original API for in-app purchases is deprecated.
- StoreKit 2 offers improvements like customer transaction history, subscription renewal info, and cryptographic validation.
- What’s new in StoreKit and In-App Purchase
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RealityKit 4:
- Simplified rendering of 3D models with various styles.
- Aligned APIs and tools across macOS, iOS, and iPadOS.
- Platforms State of the Union
These updates provide developers with new tools and capabilities to enhance their apps and create more engaging user experiences.
Platforms State of the Union
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What’s new in UIKit
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