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iPadOS 18 makes it easier to choose and add emoji when typing in iPhone apps

iPadOS 18 makes it easier to choose and add emoji when typing in iPhone apps

The experience of using iPhone apps on the iPad isn’t exactly great, but things got better with Stage Manager, since apps not optimized for iPhone can run in floating windows on the screen. But with iPadOS 18, Apple has made a small but important change to improve the use of iPhone apps on the iPad, and it’s all about emoji.

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Federico Viticci shares in-depth iOS 18 review: A small but ‘fun’ update

With today’s iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 releases, Federico Viticci at MacStories is back with his annual in-depth review of Apple’s latest updates.

Federico, everyone’s favorite opinionated and caffeinated madman, leaves no stone unturned in these reviews. This time, we get an in-depth look at all of the iOS 18 changes, big and small, and Federico’s broader thoughts on the state of Apple’s ecosystem.

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iOS 18 public beta 5 and more now available ahead of September launch

iOS 18 Public Beta

Apple has just released iOS 18 public beta 5 for iPhone, alongside beta 5 for iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more. Earlier today, the companion developer betas dropped. These new updates are available for all users who are part of Apple’s public beta program. Existing beta users will see the releases in the Software Update section of Settings.

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iPadOS 18’s new tab bar is more powerful than it first appears

iPadOS 18 customizable tab bar

iPadOS 18 is a huge release for the iPad, but most of its changes aren’t iPad-exclusive. New customization tools, Apple Intelligence, and various app updates are coming to iPhone too.

One iPad-only feature is a redesigned tab bar for apps. iPad apps have historically used a similar tab bar to what’s found on the iPhone. Tabs would live at the bottom of the screen. But iPadOS 18 changes that with a new tab bar UI that floats at the top of the screen.

The new tab bar also comes with a secret weapon: you can customize it to add the menu options you care about most.

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My 10 favorite little features in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia

Apple device lineup

This fall, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia will introduce a variety of big changes for users. Features like Apple Intelligence, Home Screen customization, iPhone Mirroring, and the redesigned Photos app will get a lot of attention.

But alongside those major improvements, there are also lots of smaller changes coming to the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Here are some of my favorite little features in iOS and iPadOS 18 and macOS Sequoia.

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Apple Intelligence release date: When to expect iOS 18’s AI features to launch

Apple Intelligence logo

Apple is prepping for one of its biggest software launches ever with iOS 18. A major component of new OS updates for the iPhone, Mac, and iPad is Apple Intelligence. Apple’s suite of AI features are not yet included in the developer or public betas. So when will they arrive?

Here’s when to expect Apple Intelligence to release.

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Here are the best new Notes features for iOS and iPadOS 18 [Video]

Now that the iOS and iPadOS 18 software are in public beta, more people have taken the plunge and installed it on their devices. iOS and iPadOS 18 brought a ton of new changes. They introduced new visual changes like customizing the home screen with different app themes, as well as functional changes like the new control center. But there was one app that got an abundance of new features; the Notes app. Here are the best new features that are coming to the Notes app.

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Here are 10 features to try first with iPadOS 18 public beta [Video]

Apple finally released iOS and iPadOS 18 for public beta testing on July 15th. This opens up the new updates to even more users who are willing to take a risk and install the new OS before its public release in the fall. The great thing for us risk-takers is that the public beta is completely free. Be sure to check out how to install it here. There are an abundance of new features to play with but here are the first 10 features you should try with iPadOS 18.

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Apple Intelligence is coming this fall, but these features won’t be included

Apple Intelligence logo

Apple Intelligence stands poised to be the most powerful addition to the iPhone, Mac, and iPad this year. When iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and iPadOS 18 debut this fall, they’ll include a host of Apple Intelligence features—albeit labeled as beta.

Despite the beta labeling, there are still several Apple Intelligence features that won’t even be ready at launch. Instead, they’ll be added over the course of the coming year.

Here are the Apple Intelligence features that won’t be arriving this fall.

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Hands-on with SharePlay Remote Control on iPadOS 18 [Video]

Yesterday, Apple released a slew of beta updates for all of its hardware devices. Developers can now install the Beta 2 versions of Apple’s new platforms and see what new features and changes Apple has made. One new feature that was released with iOS 18, iPad 18, and MacOS 15 Beta 2 is their new SharePlay Remote Control. I have been able to demo it thoroughly, and I think its going to be used by many. Here is what you need to know!

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iPadOS 18 lets you format external drives on an iPad [U: iPhone too]

Format external drives on an iPad | Screengrab

Digital artist and developer Kabel Cadle has spotted a handy new feature in iPadOS 18. For the first time, you can format external drives on an iPad, choosing between three different format options. Update: The same option is also available on the iPhone in iOS 18.

This brings the device closer in line with the Mac’s Disk Utility app, though it doesn’t yet offer the Restore and First Aid features …

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