There is great anticipation for the release of iOS 18.2which should be made available to everyone at the beginning of next December: in the meantime, Apple has released the second beta version of the operating system, now in the hands of the developers.
Thanks to the information circulated on it, therefore, it is possible to have a preview of the new features on the launch pad, keeping in mind that those based on artificial intelligence Apple intelligencewhich debuted with the first beta, will arrive in Italy and in the Italian language no earlier than spring 2025. In addition to iOS 18.2, the Cupertino giant has also provided developers with beta 2 of macOS Sequoia 15.2.
As mentioned, essentially, the new features of the operating system that will debut on compatible iPhone models come as a legacy from the first beta version, starting from the one planned for the camera button, through which the automatic focus settings can be blocked and exposure. Thanks to this option, which can be reached via the Settings – Camera – Camera Control path, it will be sufficient to operate by lightly pressing the button Camera Control: the user will also have the possibility to modulate the execution speed of the double click to reduce the sensitivity of the command.
As for the app “Find Me” (“Where is”), thanks to it it will be possible to share the location of an AirTag with another user or even with an airline, making it almost impossible, for example, to lose luggage during a trip. This feature creates a temporary link lasting 7 days in the recipient’s Find Me app or in a generic web page with a map, through which to follow the location of the object, and allows the Apple user to enter data such as the e-mail address or mobile number which, together with the AirTag, make the return phase easier.
Regarding the management of the app MailInstead, you will be able to select the option to display only notifications of unread messages within the “Primary” category. Among the other innovations there is also one relating to the improvement of the display of icons in dark modewhich stand out better against a deep black background. One of the most anticipated improvements is that relating to drumswhich thanks to iOS 18.2 will see its autonomy increase and reduce the overheating caused by the mobile phone. It will also be possible to subscribe to ChatGPT Plusat 19.99 euros per month, directly from the operating system settings,
As anticipated, where the functions based on are already available Apple
intelligenceyou will have the ability to create custom emojis with Genmoji, produce cartoon-style images with Image Playground or transform a stylized drawing into a realistic one through Image Wand.