Apple latest iOS 18.5 update marks a significant leap in integrating artificial intelligence into the iPhone and iPad experience.
Although Apple has held back on major new features in iOS 18.5, the update delivers several refined, intelligence-driven improvements and usability upgrades.
Apple Latest iOS 18.5 Update: AI & Intelligence Enhancements
1. Smarter Apple Intelligence Tools
iOS 18.5 continues its gradual rollout of Apple Intelligence, featuring privacy-focused improvements in how AI refines writing, email handling, and notifications.
Small Features with Big Impact
2. Back Tap Confirmation Banner
Improving accessibility, Apple Latest iOS 18.5 adds a subtle but useful banner that confirms when the Back Tap gesture (double or triple-tap) is activated.
3. Battery Charging Cap
Extend the lifespan of your iPhone battery with a new charge limit slider—allowing users to cap charging between 80‑100%.
4. Screen Time Passcode Alerts
Enable alerts to notify you when the Screen Time passcode is used—perfect for parents monitoring device use.
5. In-App Mail Settings
Adjust email display settings (like showing/hiding contact photos) directly within the Mail app menu, avoiding the main Settings app.
6. New Pride Harmony Wallpaper
Personalize your Lock and Home Screen with the new Pride Harmony wallpaper, now available across Apple devices.
Additional Feature Upgrades
- Satellite Connectivity now supports iPhone 13 models, enabling messaging via satellite for emergencies.
- Digital CarKey Expansion: Adds support for XPeng electric vehicles via Apple Wallet and UWB/NFC.
- Includes 31 security patches improving overall system stability.
How to Enable AI Features in Apple latest iOS 18.5
To activate Apple Intelligence on your iPhone or iPad:
- Update your device to iOS 18.5 or later.
- Set your language and region to English (United States):
Go to Settings → General → Language & Region. - Enable Apple Intelligence:
Navigate to Settings → Siri & Search and turn on “Apple Intelligence.”
Wait for the system to configure the features.
Note: Some features are region-specific and may not be available in every country.
