what is the new in iOS 18
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In iOS 18, Apple introduced several new features and improvements across various aspects of the operating system:
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UIKit Enhancements: iOS 18 brings improvements to transitions and animations, tab bars, and a new document launch experience. There are also more integrations between UIKit and SwiftUI, making it easier to create seamless user interfaces. For more details, you can check the session What’s new in UIKit.
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Privacy Improvements: iOS 18 enhances transparency and control over access to local networks, Bluetooth, and contacts. It introduces a new flow for sharing contacts, providing users with more control over what information is shared. For more information, see the session What’s new in privacy.
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Device Management: New features in device management include easier eSIM setup, support for multiple private cellular network payloads, and new controls for locking and hiding apps. Organizations can manage these features on supervised devices. More details can be found in the session What’s new in device management.
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Customization and Security: iOS 18 allows for more customization of app icons and widgets, which can now appear in light, dark, or tinted versions. Additionally, a new registration API facilitates the transition to passkeys, enhancing security. This is discussed in the Platforms State of the Union.
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Multilingual Features: iOS 18 introduces a multilingual keyboard that supports typing in multiple languages without switching, and expands language support for features like live text. For more, see the session Build multilingual-ready apps.
These updates reflect Apple's ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience, privacy, and security across its platforms.
Platforms State of the Union
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What’s new in UIKit
Explore everything new in UIKit, including tab and document launch experiences, transitions, and text and input changes. We’ll also discuss better-than-ever interoperability between UIKit and SwiftUI animations and gestures, as well as general improvements throughout UIKit.
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What’s new in privacy
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What’s new in device management
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Build multilingual-ready apps
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