iOS 18 Features, Issue and iOS 18.2 Beta Launch

With iOS 18.1 Apple has fixed various security issues faced by iPhones and iPads. Initially, the iPhone iOS 18 and iPadOS18 update was released in September. Though this update doesn’t bring any new iOS 18 features, it does offer security improvements at various levels. However, Apple has considered the commitment issues of iOS 17 users and has released iOS 17.7.2 for them.

iOS 18 Features and Security Issues

Apple recently identified 2 security vulnerabilities in its iOS 18.1.1 and 2 Bugs in Mac systems. The major issue was found in Webkit and Javascriptcore. These systems were used by Safari and other web content use. Webkit is a much bigger threat than other security threats. As it can be exploited by infiltrating devices and extracting private data. Moreover, it specifically targets the Intel-based MAC systems.

How to Download iOS 18.1.1?

Downloading any new update in your operating system is no difficult task. You just have to follow the below given simple texts:

  1. Go to settings
  2. Select General in the Settings option
  3. Now you will get the software Update option
  4. Click on it and follow the instructions given on-screen after that.

The Apple company suggests its users update their systems for a better security experience.

iOS 18.2 Beta Launch

Another good news for users is that Apple launched the iOS 18.2 public beta 3 version one month before its scheduled full-fledged launch. This move was directed right after the beta 4 version was launched for developers.

However, there is no difference between these two releases, and they are somewhat the same software. Though the new features of the 18 iOS version were not put forward openly, here is what the users found out:

  1. Users get to see milliseconds in the timeline in the Video scrubber mode of the Photos app.
  2. Camera control accessibility has been shifted to the Camera Control Setting hub and has been centralized.
  3. The default wallet can be changed to any online payment app.
  4. Apple Mail has introduced some small design changes.

Apple’s double beta release this week is likely due to their upcoming Thanksgiving break. This also implies that the next beta update won’t roll out until after December 2nd. Based on Apple’s usual beta release patterns, the Release Candidate (RC) version might even arrive earlier than its scheduled date of December 9th.

Issues Unresolved in iOS 18

The iOS 18.2 update has been significant, unlocking long-awaited Apple Intelligence features, which has kept users closely monitoring each beta release for new upgrades.

With iOS 18.2, Apple introduced exciting features like Genmoji, ChatGPT integration in Siri, Image Playground, and Visual Intelligence. Beyond AI enhancements, updates like a revamped Mail app, improved Find My features, and upgraded Camera Controls have further enriched the experience for Apple users globally.

However, not everything has been smooth with iOS 18. While it’s been available for over two months, some issues remain unresolved. One notable problem affects the popular Shortcuts feature. Specifically, the update broke shortcuts that allowed users to automatically place iPhone screenshots into pre-designed frames, creating quick mockups—a functionality widely used online.

This issue, reported by Federico Viticci of MacStories, who has long collaborated with Apple, was brought to their attention some time ago. Unfortunately, Apple has yet to fix it. For now, users needing this feature must resort to alternative tools, such as computer software or online editors, to create mockups.

The Final Line:

System Update is highly recommended by the Apple company and its users for its enhanced security iOS 18 features. However, the Apple community seems disappointed with the lack of resolution to the issues faced in shortcut features and the lack of introduction of new features. While they are committed to improvement, they launched the 18.2 version a month before its scheduled launch.

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