Apple released iOS 18.4 for iPhones this week, and the software update includes a small but useful change for CarPlay users. Starting with

The latest cycle of iPhone software, iOS 18, is compatible with all iPhones from the iPhone Xs from 2018 onwards. That means the iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr and all iPhones after that, including the iPhone SE in both its second- and third-generation models. And all members of the iPhone 16 series are included, right up to the iPhone 16e.

Apple's iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 updates contain multiple fixes designed to keep your data secure. Here's what you need to know, and why you should consider updating right away.

Apple also released software updates for iPadOS, WatchOS, MacOS, VisionOS, and TVOS. Here's a list of all the new features rolling out.

Apple's latest iOS 18.4 update brings new Apple Intelligence features, an updated photo app, and a fresh batch of emoji. The big picture: The update includes a handful of features first announced in 2024.

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The new iOS update — 18.4 — is available now and includes priority notifications, an expanded availability of Apple Intelligence to new languages, a recipes section for News Plus subscribers, and some changes to Photos.

Apple this week began testing iOS 18.6, according to our website's visitor logs, which have been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS