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WWDC 2024: iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamp

The upcoming iOS 18 update will bring several changes to built-in iPhone apps such as Photos, Mail, Notes, and others. Know what’s coming ahead of the WWDC 2024 event.

By: AISHWARYA PANDA
| Updated on: Apr 29 2024, 11:21 IST
WWDC 2024 expected announcements: Apple could unveil iOS 18, AI upgrades and more
 iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamped
1/5 WWDC 2024 location - Continuing the trend of yesteryears, WWDC 2024 will take place at Apple Park in Menlo, Cupertino, California, the home of the company since 2017. (Apple)
 iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamped
2/5 WWDC 2024 announcements - Apple has already announced that the WWDC 2024 will showcase advancements in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. It is also designed to help developers by providing them insight into several frameworks, tools, features and access to Apple experts. (Unsplash)
 iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamped
3/5 iOS 18 - Despite not being confirmed, iOS 18 is pretty nailed on to be introduced at WWDC 2024, and it is likely to become one of the starring highlights. This is due to several AI upgrades that are in the pipeline. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says it could be one of the “biggest updates in iPhone's history”. Apple could unveil a Siri powered by Large Language Models (LLMs), whereas AI could be incorporated into apps like Music, Keynote, Pages, and even AppleCare. (Unsplash)
 iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamped
4/5 Other software - In addition to iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, and HomePod Software 18 are also likely to see the light of day. Moreover, Apple may also unveil visionOS 2, the software powering the Apple Vision Pro headset. (Unsplash)
 iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamped
5/5 Mac Studio, Mac Pro and other devices - Like last year, Apple may take the wraps off its new generation of Mac devices including Mac Studio, Mac Pro and Mac Mini, all of which could be powered by the new M3 chip. The iPhone maker also unveiled a 15-inch MacBook Air last year but no unveil is likely this time as M3-powered MacBook Air was already launched earlier this month. (Unsplash)
 iOS 18 leaks suggest Photos, Mail and more iPhone apps may get a revamped
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Check out what’s coming to the iOS 18 update. (Unsplash)

Apple is reportedly working on the iOS 18 update which is expected to bring several new features, changes, and improvements. In a recent report, it is speculated that the upcoming iPhone update will revamp several iPhone apps such as Photos, Mail, Notes and others. Therefore, we may get a big overhaul of the iPhone with the iOS 18 update including AI features. Additionally, Apple is also continuing its talks with OpenAI to bring generative AI features to the iPhone. Know what's coming ahead of the WWDC 2024.

iOS 18 features leaked ahead of WWDC 2024

According to Mark Gurman's Power On newsletter report, the iOS 18 update will likely bring several design updates and features to built-in iPhone apps such as Photos, Mail, Notes and Fitness apps. This year Apple may bring the biggest operating system upgrade with AI features and revamped iPhone apps. However, Gurman did not reveal what changes and updates will be coming to these apps.

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Earlier, it was reported that the iPhone Notes app will be getting the Calculator app integration with maths equations and voice memos recording. But, it's the first time Gurman revealed the overhaul for the Photos, Mail, and Fitness app. The confirmed iOS 18 features and AI integration to iPhone apps are expected to be revealed at the WWDC event which is scheduled for June 10, 2024. Therefore, we will have to wait and see what Apple has planned for this year's OS update.

iOS 18 features

This year, the iOS 18 update may have something big in store for iPhone users. Apple is reportedly collaborating with top tech giants such as Google, OpenAI, and Baidu to bring generative AI to its smartphones. So far, it has been reported that the iOS update will bring smarter Siri and AI features to apps such as Spotlight, Shortcuts, Apple Music, Messages, Health, Keynote, and others. Additionally, we may see several new home screen customisation features, Safari Browsing Assistant, custom features to Apple Maps, and much more.

It should be noted that these are speculated and rumoured iOS 18 features, therefore, we will have to wait for Apple's official announcement to see if they actually arrive on iPhone.

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First Published Date: 29 Apr, 11:21 IST
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