what are the new features in ios 18

iOS 18 introduces several new features and improvements across various aspects of the operating system. Here are some of the key updates:

UIKit Enhancements

• Document Launch Experience: Redesigned launch experience for document-based apps, allowing full control over launch views and support for template document creation.
• Tabs and Sidebar: Major updates to tabs and sidebar for better navigation.
• Fluid Transitions: New fluid transitions across the system.
• SwiftUI Integration: More integrations between UIKit and SwiftUI in the same app.
• Other UI Improvements: Enhancements in animations, tab bars, and sensory feedback.

For more details, you can check the session What’s new in UIKit.

Privacy Enhancements

• Contacts Access: Improved transparency and control over access to contacts, with a new two-stage prompt for sharing contacts.
• Bluetooth and Local Network: Enhanced control over access to local network and Bluetooth.
• Locked and Hidden Apps: New controls to lock apps using Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode, and the ability to hide apps from the home screen.

For more details, you can check the session What’s new in privacy.

Device Management

• eSIM Setup: Easier setup for eSIM by touching and holding a QR code or clicking a link.
• Private Cellular Networks: Support for multiple private cellular network payloads.
• App Locking and Hiding: New controls to lock and hide apps, with management options for organizations.

For more details, you can check the session What’s new in device management.

Customization and Controls

• App Icons and Widgets: App icons and widgets can now appear in light, dark, or tinted versions.
• Controls API: New controls API to create customizable controls for quick access in the control center or lock screen.

For more details, you can check the session Platforms State of the Union.

Multilingual Features

• Multilingual Keyboard: New keyboard that supports typing in multiple languages without switching.
• Live Text and Numerals: Expanded support for more languages, including Arabic and additional Indian scripts.

For more details, you can check the session Build multilingual-ready apps.

App Store Connect

• Screenshot Requirements: Reduced number of required screenshots for iPhone and iPad.
• API Support: New API support for the Apple Developer Enterprise Program and App Store Connect API for downloading app analytics reports.

For more details, you can check the session What’s new in App Store Connect.

These updates provide a range of new capabilities and improvements that developers can leverage to enhance their apps and provide better user experiences on iOS 18.