UIKit navigation bar

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The UIKit navigation bar has received updates in iOS 18, particularly in how it integrates with the tab bar and sidebar experiences. The navigation bar now shares a safe area with the tab bar, providing a more integrated appearance. Items from the navigation bar will automatically move to overflow if there's not enough room to display them alongside the tab bar. This update is part of a broader effort to enhance the tab and sidebar experience in iPadOS, making navigation more efficient and customizable.

For more detailed information on these updates, you can refer to the session Elevate your tab and sidebar experience in iPadOS (00:52) which covers the tab bar and sidebar refresh.

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