Apple’s iOS 18.2 Update: What’s New and What’s Coming

Apple has recently rolled out the iOS 18.2 update, featuring a slew of Apple Intelligence features. However, users may have to wait until iOS 18.4 to see the remaining upgrades promised in this release cycle.

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The first developer beta for iOS 18.3 has arrived, but so far, there’s no indication of further Gen AI upgrades for a release likely to launch to the public in late January.

What’s New in iOS 18.3

According to 9to5Mac, the latest beta now supports robot vacuums within HomeKit for control by Siri. However, there isn’t much else to get excited about in this iteration.

Release Notes

Apple’s release notes reveal that the Home app now supports the core functionality of robot vacuum cleaners, such as power control, cleaning mode, vacuum, mop, and charge status. These devices can also participate in automations and scenes, and respond to Siri requests.

Focusing on Bug Fixes

For now, Apple is concentrating on bug fixes for iOS 18.3, along with a couple of tweaks to the Writing Tools API and Genmoji. While this might not be the most exciting update, it’s essential for ensuring a smooth user experience.

What’s Coming in the Future?

Reports from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggest that the new Siri revamp won’t arrive until iOS 18.4 in March 2025. This is based on Apple’s preview video, which showcased Siri’s ability to help users remember names and provide more accurate information.

The Future of Siri

Apple claims that Siri will become more capable and helpful with richer language understanding and awareness of users’ personal context. With this upgrade, Siri will be able to provide more accurate information and assist with tasks more efficiently.

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