Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.2 earlier than expected, in early December. According to Bloomberg writer Mark Gurman, the iOS 18.2 update is expected to be released in the week of December 2. This date marks an earlier period than past release dates for iOS x.2 updates. This move by Apple reflects its aim to introduce the new generation artificial intelligence-based Apple Intelligence features to users as soon as possible. Considering the company’s heavy investments in artificial intelligence in 2023, the earlier release of the update shows that Apple wants to increase its competitiveness.
One of the main focuses of iOS 18.2 will be comprehensive improvements to Apple Intelligence technology. As Gurman stated, the artificial intelligence-based features developed by Apple to further enrich the user experience will be released with this version. With iOS 18.2, Apple’s updates including Genmoji and ChatGPT integration will come into effect. While Genmoji allows users to create their own personal avatars, ChatGPT integration will offer a more interactive AI experience, especially in Siri and messaging applications. These innovations reflect Apple’s efforts to increase its competition in the field of artificial intelligence.
In previous years, Apple’s iOS x.2 updates were typically released in the second week of December. For example, iOS 17.2 was released to users on December 11, and iOS 16.2 was released to users on December 13. However, pushing iOS 18.2 forward by a week reflects Apple’s desire to introduce new features quickly. It is aimed that artificial intelligence-focused innovations reach users quickly, making significant contributions to Apple’s product ecosystem and user interactions. It is predicted that personalized features, especially Genmoji, will further strengthen users’ ties with Apple devices.
According to Gurman’s news, iOS 18.4, the most important update planned after iOS 18.2, will be released in April. This update is expected to make Siri much more advanced. In particular, it is thought that Siri’s ability to understand personal context will make users’ daily interactions more efficient. With the iOS 18.4 update, Siri will be able to provide more specific and personalized responses by analyzing users’ past interactions. For example, a version of Siri that can learn users’ habits and make suggestions accordingly will be much more functional in daily use.
In previous years, iOS x.4 updates were released in March. In this context, the fact that iOS 18.4 will be available in April is interpreted as Apple preparing to offer a more comprehensive and improved artificial intelligence experience in this version. It is stated that the innovations to be made in Siri are an important step towards furthering the digital assistant experience of Apple users. While more and more companies in the technology world are investing in artificial intelligence assistants, Apple’s delivery of these innovations to users through Siri may also reshape the competition in the sector.
Apple aims to improve artificial intelligence experience with iOS 18.2 and 18.4
With iOS 18.2 and iOS 18.4 updates, Apple aims to strengthen not only operating system performance but also artificial intelligence-supported user experience. These new features are expected to especially increase users’ digital assistant experience and personalization opportunities.