New UI features for iPhone

At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced several new UI features for the iPhone, particularly with the release of iOS 18. Here are some of the highlights:

1. UIKit Enhancements:

   • Document Launch Experience: Redesigned for document-based apps to showcase their identity with full control over launch views and template document creation.
   • Tabs and Sidebar Updates: New APIs for UI Tab and UI Tab group allow for a customizable and native experience across devices.
   • Fluid Transitions: New zoom transition for navigation and presentations, offering a continuously interactive experience.

2. Home Screen Customization:

   • App icons and widgets can now appear in light, dark, or tinted versions, providing a consistent visual experience across the home screen.

3. SwiftUI Improvements:

   • New graphics capabilities, including a mix modifier for colors and enhanced custom shader features.
   • More programmatic control over scroll views and the ability to detect view visibility changes due to scrolling.

4. Control Center and Lock Screen:

   • Users can add custom controls to the control center and lock screen, enhancing accessibility and user interaction.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the sessions:

• What’s new in UIKit
• Platforms State of the Union

These sessions provide a comprehensive overview of the new UI features and enhancements introduced in iOS 18.