What is new in ios18?

iOS 18 introduces several new features and improvements across various aspects of the operating system:

1. UIKit Enhancements: iOS 18 brings major improvements to UIKit, including a redesigned document launch experience, updates to tabs and sidebars, and support for new fluid transitions. These enhancements aim to streamline the user interface and improve integration between UIKit and SwiftUI. What’s new in UIKit.

2. Privacy Improvements: iOS 18 enhances privacy by providing more transparency and control over access to local networks, Bluetooth, and contacts. It introduces a new flow for sharing contacts, allowing users to select which contacts to share with apps. What’s new in privacy.

3. Device Management: New features in device management include exceptions for enrolling MDM on newly set up devices, requirements for restarting devices when installing in-house apps with new team identities, and new controls for locking and hiding apps. What’s new in device management.

4. Customization and Security: iOS 18 offers new ways to customize app icons and widgets, including light, dark, and tinted variants. It also introduces a new registration API for passkeys, enhancing security by providing a seamless transition from passwords. Platforms State of the Union.

5. HDR and Image Experiences: iOS 18 includes improvements in HDR image rendering, with a new global tone mapping operator that enhances output quality and color reproduction. Use HDR for dynamic image experiences in your app.

These updates reflect Apple's ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience, privacy, and security in iOS 18.