Apple Releases iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2 With Genmoji, Image Playground, Siri ChatGPT and More
Apple today released iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, the second major update to iOS 18.2 iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Update released in September. The new update is more than a month behind Apple Release of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1.
The new software can be downloaded wirelessly to eligible iPhones and iPads by going to Settings > General > Software Updates.
iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2 introduce new features Apple information functions, including the first image generation function. Image Playground is a new app that creates images based on text descriptions, and you can add a variety of clothing, items, backgrounds, and more. You can even make your images look like your friends and family.
Genmon Temple Similar to Image Playground, but used to create custom emoji characters for use in Messages. The third image generating feature is image stickwhich is the “Image Playground” but inside the Notes application. You can draw a rough sketch and then use Apple Intelligence to refine it. The update includes ChatGPT integration Xiliso Siri can hand over complex requests to OpenAI’s ChatGPT. for iphone 16 Users, the update adds visual intelligence to camera controls so you can get more information about the items and locations around you.
There are also some new features photoSafari, Mail, etc. Apple’s complete release notes are provided below.
Apple Intelligence (all iPhone 16 models, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max)
Image Playground
– A new app that lets you create fun, playful images in a variety of styles using concepts, descriptions and people from your photo library
– Swipe to preview and select when adding a concept to your playground
– Choose animation and illustration styles when creating images
– Create images in Messages and Freeform and third-party applications
– Pictures can be synced to the Image Playground library on all devices via iCloud
Genmon Temple
– Genmoji lets you create custom emojis directly from your keyboard
– Genmoji will be synced to the sticker drawer on all your devices via iCloud
Chat GPT support
– OpenAI’s ChatGPT can be accessed directly from Siri or writing tools
– Compose in the writing tool allows you to create content from scratch using ChatGPT
– Siri can use ChatGPT to give you answers when relevant
– No ChatGPT account is required, your requests will be anonymous and will not be used to train OpenAI’s models
– Log in using ChatGPT to access your account benefits, and requests will be protected by OpenAI’s data policy
– Image Wand converts sketches and handwritten or printed notes into images in your notes
– Describing your changes in the writing tool allows you to suggest how you would like something to be rewritten, for example as a poem
– Camera control (iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max)
– Visual intelligence with camera controls helps you instantly understand places or interact with information by simply pointing your iPhone at an object, with the option to enter Google Search or ChatGPT
– Camera Control Two-Stage Shutter allows you to lock focus and exposure in camera when pressing Camera Control
mail
– Mail triage sorts your mail to help you prioritize your most important messages
– Summary view groups all messages from a sender into a package for easier browsing
photo
– Video viewing improvements, including frame-by-frame cleaning and the ability to turn off automatic loop video playback
– Improvements when navigating Collection views, including the ability to swipe right to return to the previous view
– Can clear recently viewed and recently shared album history
– In addition to pinned favorites, collection albums also appear in utility collections
hunting trip
– New background images to customize your Safari start page
– Import and Export allows you to export browsing data from Safari and import browsing data from other applications into Safari
– HTTPS priority upgrades URLs to HTTPS when possible
– File download real-time activity shows the progress of file download on the dynamic island and main screen
This update also includes the following improvements and bug fixes:
– Voice Memos supports layered recording, allowing you to add vocals to existing song ideas without headphones – Then import the two-track project directly into Logic Pro (iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max)
– Share the location of items in Find My Help you locate and recover lost items by easily and securely sharing the location of your AirTags or Find My web accessory with a trusted third party, such as an airline.
– Natural language search in the Apple Music and Apple TV apps lets you describe what you’re looking for using any combination of genres, moods, actors, decades, and more
– Favorite Categories in Podcasts lets you select your favorite categories and get related show recommendations that you can easily access in your library
– Personalized search page in Podcasts highlighting the most relevant categories and a collection of Editors’ Picks tailored just for you
– News+ Puzzle Sudoku offers three difficulty levels and is available to News+ subscribers
– Supports AirPods Pro 2 hearing test function in Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Italy, Luxembourg, Romania, Spain, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom
– Supports hearing aid function on AirPods Pro 2 in United Arab Emirates
– Pre-market quotes for stocks let you track Nasdaq and NYSE tickers before the market opens
– Fixed an issue where recently taken photos would not immediately appear in the “All Photos” grid
– Fixed an issue where night mode photos in the camera may experience reduced quality during long exposures (iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max)
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices. For information about the security content of Apple software updates, visit this website: https://support.apple.com/100100
We have a series of guides about the new Apple Intelligence features that may be helpful if you are new to the update and want to know what you can do with Apple Intelligence.
2024-12-11 18:03:22