Apple is gearing up to release its major iOS 18.3 update for iPhones, which is expected to bring significant new features and improvements, including Apple Intelligence enhancements.
While Apple is gradually rolling out its AI features, the slow release has left some users wanting more. The company has already released a developer beta for iOS 18.3, and here's what we can expect in terms of the final release.
Expected Release Timeline
Based on past trends, specifically the iOS 17.3 beta cycle, here's an estimated timeline for iOS 18.3:
- Second Developer Beta: Expected this week or next.
- Release Candidate Version: About a week after the final beta.
- Public Release: Likely on or around January 22, if the pattern holds from last year. If the second beta is delayed to next week, the release could be later.
Historically, Apple releases software updates on Mondays or Tuesdays, but sometimes they have come later in the week. The second beta of iOS 18.3 is expected either this week or next week, which will determine the final release date of the update.
iOS 18.3 Features
The iOS 18.3 update is expected to bring:
- Tweaked icon for the Playground app.
- Bug fixes for the Writing Tools API and Genmoji.
- Dark mode for the Camera Control menu in Accessibility.
- Other minor improvements and fixes.
Stay tuned for the official release announcement.
