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Apple Rolls Out iOS 18.4 Update with AI-Powered Features and Control Center Upgrades

The latest iOS update introduces Priority Notifications, Ambient Music, and app enhancements, refining the user experience with advanced AI and new shortcuts.

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iOS 18.4 is rolled out to iPhone users. Know about these new Control Centre features.

Overview

  • Apple's iOS 18.4 update is now available for compatible iPhones, delivering significant mid-cycle software advancements.
  • The update introduces AI-powered Priority Notifications, which prioritize and summarize important alerts on the lock screen and Notification Center.
  • New Control Center features include Ambient Music playlists for relaxation and productivity, a Visual Intelligence shortcut, and Siri voice activation options.
  • App improvements include enhanced photo management tools in Photos and expanded actions in Shortcuts, hinting at potential future Siri upgrades.
  • The update also refreshes the user interface with minor tweaks, including eight new emojis to enhance messaging experiences.