Ultimately the reaction to 18’s initial public beta may be more about what’s not there than what is. When Apple first announced its latest annual update to the mobile software platform back in June, most of the attention went to a suite of features—the top-billed ones if you look at the company’s iOS 18 Preview Page—collected under the aegis of Apple Intelligence. These marked the company’s much anticipated foray into artificial intelligence and promise everything from image generation to a reinvigorated Siri.

First Look: iOS 18 Public Beta

We’re in full swing of the iOS 18 beta for both developers and public testers. But when will the update launch for everyone with all the new features? Follow along for when to expect the iOS 18 release date. Apple reveals its major updates of iOS during the annual...

iOS 18 release date: When to expect the public launch

Now that Apple has finally released the first iOS 18 public beta, many people are eager to get their hands on it as soon as possible. While this is a great opportunity to try some of the best features Apple announced during its 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), it’s important to think twice before jumping in and installing a beta as soon as it’s available.

What You Should Do Before Installing the iOS 18 Public Beta

In iOS 18, CarPlay is getting a ton of new features, including accessibility boosts, Siri enhancements, wallpapers, and more! Here are our favorite adds to Apple's in-dash interface. We've been testing the beta of iOS 18 and have dug through CarPlay, on the lookout for new features and changes. Many...

Hands on: Everything new with CarPlay in iOS 18

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Apple has finally released the first public beta of its upcoming iOS 18 in advance of the expected release in September. With the public beta comes a new round of features and enhancements that should prove useful and helpful to many iPhone owners. I've been testing the public beta on...

5 cool things to try in Apple's iOS 18 public beta

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iOS 18 features one of the most important changes in iPhone history: a revamped Home Screen. With this update, Apple offers unprecedented freedom to customize one of the device’s most personal spaces to your heart’s content.
In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about iOS 18’s updated Home Screen and how to customize it to better suit your needs. Previously, we taught you how to customize your iPhone Lock Screen, in case you’re curious.
iOS 18 Home Screen brings more freedom to users with these features

Rearrange apps and widgets: Place your apps and widgets where you want them....

How to customize the iPhone’s Home Screen in iOS 18

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If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

If you’re part of the Apple Developer program and have been trying out the iOS 18 beta on your iPhone, then go grab the latest iOS 18.1 developer beta. This is a significant update, as it finally brings Apple Intelligence features to your iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.

You can finally try AI features on your iPhone with the iOS 18.1 beta

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CALIFORNIA – A month after Big Lots released its Quarter 1 results reporting a net loss of $205.0 million, or $6.99 per share, the company website shows 54 stores closing in California with a 20% off sale.

List of 54 Big Lots stores closing in California with 20% off sale

Apple Intelligence might be the feature I want most out of iOS 18, but it’ll be a while until it’s here. However, I installed iOS 18 beta 1 as soon as it came out because the iPhone’s upcoming operating system has several exciting features I wanted to use immediately. They have nothing to do with AI, making iOS 18 an interesting update, even if your iPhone won’t handle Apple Intelligence.
iOS 18 beta 1 looked and felt much more polished than I had expected for the first beta release. I expected bugs and battery life issues but hardly encountered any real...

4 iOS 18 beta 4 bugs that are driving me crazy – and how I fixed them

Apple has released the iOS 18 public beta, meaning you don't have to wait until fall to try out iOS 18. You can see what it's like ahead of its official iPhone debut when it's officially available later this year. It's simple to download and install as well. All you need to do is sign up on Apple's Beta Software Program website, and you'll be on your way to becoming a beta tester from the comfort of your couch.

The iOS 18 Public Beta Is Here: How to Install Now

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple Intelligence may not be part of September’s public releases of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. According to Gurman, Apple is planning to introduce Apple Intelligence with iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, out by October. It’s not all bad news: The betas for these — with some of the AI features — will reportedly be ready for developers as soon as this week.

The Morning After: Apple Intelligence may not arrive with iOS 18

The company revealed Apple Intelligence at its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) in June, but the first set of developer beta and public beta releases didn’t have any Apple Intelligence features. Usage limitations. The rollout with iOS 18.1 seems to be quite limited. Apple said in June that users with...

Apple brings Apple Intelligence with iOS 18.1 dev beta, but there are a lot of limitations

MacRumors has gathered that Apple now “plans to start rolling out Apple Intelligence in software updates by October, arriving several weeks after the launch of iOS 18.”. iOS 18 is set to release this fall and introduce a host of new features and enhancements. At its very foundation is the new Apple Intelligence that’s available on iPhone 15 Pro models poised to offer personalized, context-aware assistance to help assist with organizing daily tasks.

Apple iOS 18’s Apple Intelligence Delayed

Want to switch from the iOS 18 public beta to the iOS 18 developer beta? You can easily do that if you want to, on your iPhone or iPad. The main benefit to being on the iOS 18 developer beta track is that you typically get beta updates a little before the same build is issued as a public beta, depending on the beta releases and Apple’s internal schedule. Maybe you installed the public beta but now wish to get quicker access to new beta updates through the developer beta channel, in which case switching to the developer beta would allow for that.

How to Switch from iOS 18 Public Beta to Developer Beta, or Vice Versa

Apple has some minor updates for all its operating systems, and the releases include iOS 17.6, iPadOS 17.6, tvOS 17.6, watchOS 10.6, and macOS Sonoma 14.6. Apple's notes for these updates simply say they include bug fixes, security updates, or optimizations. However, there are a few hidden features. macOS 14.6...

Apple stealthily adds minor features in iOS 17.6, macOS 14.6 releases

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Before Apple announced iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence, there was an ongoing rumor that Apple Music would use AI for creating smart playlists. 
While it might become true, or at least Apple could improve its algorithm for smart suggestions for playlists, 9to5Mac’s Filipe Espósito discovered what Apple Intelligence will be used for on Apple Music.
According to the latest iOS 18 beta 4 code, the journalist discovered that Apple has been working on a feature that will let users create playlist artwork for the music streaming service with Apple Intelligence. Thanks to a new “Create Image” button when editing a plplaylist,...

Here’s how Apple Music is going to use Apple Intelligence in iOS 18

Should you install the iOS 18 public beta? In episode 213 of the iPhone Life Podcast, Donna and Cullen hand test new features, from Apple Intelligence, to an all-new Passwords app, to a revamped Control Center. Limited-time offer! Claim 30% off your subscription to iPhone Life Insider when you visit...

Top iOS 18 Features Coming to Your iPhone This Fall

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Apple Intelligence is here, as part of the iOS 18.1 developer beta

Don't call it AI, but Apple's long-awaited take on artificial intelligence is finally rolling out today. Well, in limited form, anyway. The developer betas for iOS...

Apple Intelligence is here, as part of the iOS 18.1 developer beta

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