iOS 18: New Feature Review (feat. Varun Palaniappan)

Polyglot Software Development

In this episode, Krish and ⁠Varun⁠ discuss the new features of iOS 18, focusing on customization options for the home screen and lock screen, enhancements to the torch app, a revamped control center, improvements in the photos app, and new functionalities in the calculator and notes apps. They provide insights into how these features enhance user experience and reflect Apple's ongoing commitment to innovation. In this conversation, Varun and Krish discuss the new features of iOS 18, focusing on embedded voice features, reminders and calendar integration, app privacy, widget customization, tap to cash, maps and custom routes, and enhancements in iMessage. They explore how these features improve user experience and productivity, while also addressing some limitations and bugs they encountered during their discussion.

Takeaways

• iOS 18 introduces significant home screen customization options.
• Lock screen customization allows for more personalized controls.
• The torch app now features adjustable brightness and focus.
• Control center has been revamped for better accessibility and customization.
• The photos app now includes advanced search capabilities using AI.
• Calculator app now supports math notes and conversion features.
• Notes app allows for collapsible categories and color customization.
• Customization features are aimed at enhancing user experience.
• Apple continues to innovate with software updates, enhancing older devices.
• User feedback is crucial for future updates and improvements. Embedded voice features enhance note-taking efficiency.
• Reminders now integrate seamlessly with the calendar app.
• Hiding apps adds a layer of privacy for users.
• Widget customization allows for a more personalized home screen.
• Tap to cash simplifies peer-to-peer payments.
• Custom routes in maps improve navigation for outdoor activities.
• iMessage now supports a wider range of reactions.
• Sending messages later can help manage communication better.
• The predictive text feature has improved significantly.
• Overall, iOS 18 offers subtle yet impactful enhancements.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to iOS 18 Features

03:05 Home Screen Customization

06:02 Lock Screen Customization

11:54 Torch App Enhancements

14:58 Control Center Overhaul

23:50 Photos App Revamp

33:02 Calculator and Math Notes Features

51:56 Notes App Improvements

55:07 Exploring Embedded Voice Features

58:43 Reminders and Calendar Integration

01:01:50 Hiding Apps for Privacy

01:04:23 Customizing Widgets and Home Screen

01:11:14 Tap to Cash: A New Way to Pay

01:15:30 Maps and Custom Routes

01:20:49 iMessage Enhancements and Reactions