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Apple Releases iOS 18.5 and watchOS 11.5 With New Features and Key Security Fixes

The updates introduce Pride Harmony content, enhanced parental controls, satellite messaging for iPhone 13, and critical bug resolutions.

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Know why you should install the new iOS 18.5 update and what it has in store for iPhone users.
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Overview

  • iOS 18.5 and watchOS 11.5 are now available globally, featuring new Pride Harmony wallpapers and watch faces to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride.
  • Parents will receive notifications when a child's Screen Time passcode is used, enhancing parental monitoring capabilities.
  • Carrier-provided satellite messaging is now supported on all iPhone 13 models, expanding off-grid connectivity options.
  • The updates address critical issues, including a fix for the Apple Vision Pro app's black-screen bug and over 30 security vulnerabilities.
  • Mail app refinements include easier toggling of contact photos and improved visibility of the 'All Mail' view.