iOS 18.4 Released: New Emojis, Priority Notifications & More Features


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Apple Officially Releases iOS 18.4: Everything You Need to Know

On 31th, March, 2025, Apple officially rolled out the iOS 18.4 update for iPhone users. This update introduces several new features and optimizations to enhance the user experience. Key highlights include enhanced Apple Intelligence with expanded language support, improvements to the Photos app, Apple News+ updates, 5G-A support, and more.

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New Features in iOS 18.4

1. Apple Intelligence Multilingual Support

The update introduces support for eight additional languages, including: , French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese (not available in mainland China due to AI restrictions)

📌 Additionally, English localization has been improved for users in Singapore and India, providing a more seamless experience.

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2. Priority Notifications

A significant addition is the Priority Notifications feature, which intelligently identifies and highlights critical notifications, such as food delivery codes and flight updates. This feature, powered by Apple Intelligence, can be enabled in Settings > Notifications > Priority Notifications.

3.Sketch Style in Image Playground

The Image Playground app now includes a Sketch Style option, allowing users to create artistic, sketch-like images with ease.

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4. Apple Vision Pro App Integration

The update includes a new Apple Vision Pro companion app that provides users with enhanced spatial experiences and quick access to device information (available only when paired with Apple Vision Pro).

5. Apple News+ Food Section

Apple News+ subscribers can now access a dedicated Food Section, featuring cooking tutorials and curated recipes tailored for food enthusiasts.

6. Enhanced Email Categorization

The Email Categorization feature is now available on iPads, automatically sorting emails into categories such as work-related messages, bills, and promotional emails, significantly improving email management.

7. Ambient Music in Control Center

Users can now add multiple Ambient Music control buttons in the Control Center, allowing instant access to mood-enhancing background music.

CarPlay UI Refinement

CarPlay receives interface optimizations for better usability on larger vehicle screens with three rows of app icons instead of two. new API lets sports apps display live scores on the Now Playing screen. Also EU users can now set a default navigation app on both iPhone and CarPlay.

Apple ios 18.4 new emojis

Eight new emojis have been introduced, expanding users' expression options in messages and social media. Including:

  • Face with bags under eyes
  • Fingerprint
  • Leafless tree
  • Root vegetable
  • Harp
  • Shovel
  • Splatter

Photos App Improvements

  • Gallery View Filters:The Photos app now includes a Gallery View Filter, allowing users to hide or display items that are not included in albums or those synced from a Mac/PC.
  • Enhanced Sorting Options:Users can now reorder items in the "Media Types" and "Utilities" collections.All collections now follow a unified filtering system, offering options to sort by ascending or descending order.
  • A new option enables sorting albums by modification date, making it easier to find recently edited content.
  • Privacy Enhancements:Face ID for Hidden Photos: When enabled, hidden photos will no longer be imported to Mac/PC, ensuring better privacy.
  • One-Tap Restore & Delete: The Recently Deleted folder now includes one-click restore and delete buttons, making photo management faster and more convenient.

Additional Features & Bug Fixes

5G-A SupportiOS 18.4 introduces 5G Advanced (5G-A/5.5G) support for iPhone 15 and later models, ensuring faster and more stable network connections.Safari ImprovementsSafari now displays recent search results, making it easier to return to previous searches quickly.Control Center EnhancementsThe Control Center now includes: Quick access to Ambient Music and Camera control toggle for faster adjustmentsHome App UpdatesThe Home app now supports Matter-compatible robotic vacuum cleaners, allowing seamless integration into smart home setups.


Should You Upgrade to iOS 18.4?

If you're eager to explore new features and enhance personalization, iOS 18.4 is a worthy upgrade. However, users prioritizing stability and battery life may prefer to wait for further refinements in future updates. Before upgrading, ensure you back up essential data to prevent potential issues.


Conclusion

The iOS 18.4 update introduces numerous useful features and optimizations, enhancing convenience and personalization for users. While there is room for further performance improvements, it remains a solid update overall. As Apple continues refining its software, future iterations are expected to deliver an even better user experience.

 

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