what are the best new features in iOS 18?

Here are some of the best new features in iOS 18 as presented at WWDC:

1. UIKit Enhancements:

   • Document Launch Experience: Redesigned for document-based apps to showcase their distinctive identity with full control over launch views and template document creation.
   • Updated Tab and Sidebar: Major updates to tabs and sidebar for a more streamlined user interface.
   • Fluid Transitions: Support for new fluid transitions across the system.
   • Apple Pencil Pro: Enhanced support with new APIs, including an undo slider for quick access to undo history. (What’s new in UIKit)

2. Privacy Improvements:

   • Contacts Access Permission: More transparency and control over access to contacts, with a new two-stage prompt for apps requesting ongoing access to multiple contacts.
   • Bluetooth and Local Network Access: Improved transparency and control over access to local network and Bluetooth. (What’s new in privacy)

3. Multilingual Features:

   • Multilingual Keyboard: Allows typing in more than one language without manually switching languages.
   • Live Text Support: Expanded to support more languages, including Arabic.
   • Personalized Numerals: Support for ten additional Indian scripts for personalizing numerals on wallpapers and watch faces. (Build multilingual-ready apps)

4. Customization and Controls:

   • New Controls API: Create controls that can be added to the control center or assigned to the action button on iPhone 15 Pro.
   • App Icons and Widgets: Support for light, dark, or tinted appearances to ensure consistent visual experience across the home screen. (Platforms State of the Union)

5. Security Enhancements:

   • Passkeys: New registration API to transition more users to passkeys, which are more secure and easier to use than passwords. (Platforms State of the Union)

These features highlight the significant improvements and new capabilities in iOS 18, enhancing user experience, privacy, and customization.