iOS 18.5 Hidden Features: Apple’s Biggest 2025 Update You Can’t Miss                                    

With iOS 18.5, Apple focuses on improving the user experience by optimizing existing features without adding new ones. From this update, users will get smoother performance, greater customization options, and improved usability across the system.

Speed and Energy Optimization

iOS 18.5 will come with major improvements this time, which provide faster app opening and smoother navigation for the best user experience, and also enhance the system performance. These overall improvements in system helps to make iPhone feel more responsive and efficient for regular use. This is best for the old devices.

Improved Screen Time Management

The new Screen Time Management menu is easier to use now, users can quickly find settings and check how much time they spend on their phone.

Easier Apple ID Controls

Now users can easily use Apple ID settings as it has become more user-friendly. Also now warranty is now available in the settings. Users will now get AppleCare with each device. Which makes it easy to ask for support from Apple.

Improved Back Tap functionality

Now Apple has improved the Back Tap feature, which is one of the most popular features. Now, users have the option to turn a notification banner on or off when using Back Tap, according to their needs, and many useful changes were made.

Enhanced Mail App Interface

Important changes have been made in the Mail app that enhance the way users can navigate and interact with their messages. A new feature also makes it easy to navigate to the "All Mail" menu. The changes enhance how users can manage their emails, providing a more seamless and better experience.

Improved Satellite Messaging Options

The satellite messaging feature, which was previously limited to a few areas, has now been included in the UK as well. This feature helps users in remote or poorly covered areas, and users can access it in an emergency.

Improved CarPlay and AirDrop

Apple has also improved CarPlay and AirDrop. Now it will work better for maps, music, and calls. Previously, it faced some connectivity issues. Also, users can also manage and transfer their files easily with AirDrop.

Improved Modem Updates for connectivity

iOS 18.5 also makes improvements in Modem to boost the device's network speed and stability.

Enhanced Apple’s Intelligence Systems

Apple has launched its AI-powered Apple Intelligence services for users in China, featuring tools like Siri suggestions on devices and advanced photo identification.

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Fresh Wallpaper choices

iOS 18.5 provides an introduction to two new wallpaper features, giving users a new option to personalize their devices. These new wallpapers can improve the overall user experience, and users can customise them according to their needs.

New Interface Design in News Application

The latest update of the news app features a change in design with a redesigned splash screen for the food category.

Recently Deleted Album Security Improvements

Apple has improved user control by removing the mass action options from the Recently Deleted album, which helps to prevent accidental deletion or recovery of media.

Expected Launch Schedule

We can expect the launch of iOS 18.5 in May 2025