# iOS 18.4 Beta 1: New Features, Updates, & Changes as of 2025

URL: https://technosports.co.in/ios-18-4-beta-1-new-features-updates-and-ch/  
Published: 2025-03-02  
Updated: 2025-03-02  
Author: REMYA BABU S

***iOS 18.4 Beta 1*** : Apple has officially rolled out **iOS 18.4 Beta 1** to developers, bringing a fresh batch of updates and features to iPhones. While some of the highly anticipated[**Apple**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_Inc.)**Intelligence** features are still missing, this beta introduces enhancements across notifications, music, Apple News+, Siri, and more. Let’s dive into all the new changes coming with iOS 18.4 Beta 1.

## ***iOS 18.4 Beta 1***: ***Everything New in iOS 18.4 Beta 1: Features, Updates, and Changes***

![iOS 18.4 Beta 1](https://images.technosports.co.in/2025/02/analyticsinsight_2025-02-28_0fqf9pd4_Enhanced-Performanc-1.avif)

### **1. Priority Notifications with Apple Intelligence**

Apple is introducing a new **Priority Notifications** feature, designed to highlight important notifications at the top of the lock screen. This feature is powered by **Apple Intelligence** and can be enabled by navigating to **Settings > Notifications > Prioritize Notifications**.

### **2. New Image Playground Sketch Style**

The **Image Playground** app now includes a **Sketch** style, joining the existing **Animation** and **Illustration** styles. Previously, the Sketch style was exclusive to **Image Wand**, but it can now be used in Image Playground. Users can swap between styles by tapping the **“+” button**.

Additionally, Apple has replaced the **Winter Holidays** theme with a new **Spring** theme.

### **3. Apple News+ Food Section**

For Apple News+ subscribers, iOS 18.4 introduces a dedicated **Food section**, featuring:

- **Tens of thousands of recipes** from top food publishers
- Stories about restaurants, healthy eating, and kitchen essentials
- A **Recipe Catalog** with step-by-step instructions
- The ability to save recipes for offline access

This section curates content from sources like **Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Good Food, Serious Eats**, and more.

### **4. Apple Intelligence Now Supports More Languages**

Apple Intelligence expands its language support in iOS 18.4 Beta 1, adding:

- **French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese (Simplified)**
- **Localized English** for **Singapore** and **India**

![iOS 18.4 Beta 1](https://images.technosports.co.in/2025/02/news-plus-food.webp)

### **5. Ambient Music in Control Center**

A new **Ambient Music** feature is now available in **Control Center**, offering four different sound categories:

- **Sleep**
- **Chill**
- **Productivity**
- **Wellbeing**

Each category plays curated ambient music and sounds, which can be adjusted via **Dynamic Island** or the **Now Playing** widget.

### **6. iPadOS 18.4 Brings Mail Categorization**

iPad users now get an upgraded **Mail app** that automatically sorts emails into categories:

- **Primary:** Important personal emails
- **Promotions:** Marketing emails and coupons
- **Transactions:** Order confirmations and receipts
- **Updates:** Social media and newsletters

This feature first debuted on iPhones with iOS 18.2.

### **7. Enhanced Privacy Indication Dots**

The small orange and green dots that appear when the **camera or microphone is in use** have been moved to the left of the screen and now have a **black background**, making them more noticeable.

![iOS 18.4 Beta 1](https://images.technosports.co.in/2025/02/iOS-18.4-Beta-1.webp)

### **8. Two New Australian Siri Voices**

Siri now includes **two additional Australian voices**, expanding the range of voice options available for users.

### **9. Genmoji Keyboard Changes**

The **Genmoji** button in the Emoji keyboard has been updated:

- Now labeled **“Genmoji”** instead of showing a multi-colored smiley face
- A new popup introduces users to the Genmoji feature upon first use

### **10. Apple Maps Preferred Language Option**

Users can now set a **Preferred Language** for **Apple Maps** within the Settings app.

### **11. New Podcast Widgets**

Apple has added two new **Podcast widgets**:

- **Library Widget:** Displays saved podcasts
- **Shows Widget:** Highlights podcasts you follow

The **Podcasts app** also features new **Settings and Notification options** under the profile picture menu.

### **12. Cellular Control Center Toggle Update**

The **Cellular toggle** in **Control Center** now shows the **cellular signal strength** in bars, making it easier to check connectivity.

### **13. Shortcuts App Gets New Actions**

Users can now automate tasks with two new **Shortcuts actions**:

- **Open a specific conversation** in the Messages app
- **Send a message** to a selected contact

### **14. CarPlay Interface Update**

Some **CarPlay** users will now see a **third row of app icons** on their **CarPlay Home Screen**, rather than the previous two-row layout.

![iOS 19 Rumored Featu](https://images.technosports.co.in/2025/03/iOS-19-Rumored-Featu.webp)

### **15. New Default App Options**

- Users can now **set a different translation app** as the default in **Settings > Default Apps**.
- In the **EU**, users can now choose a different **Navigation app** as the default.

### **16. Smoother Notification Center Animation**

Apple has improved the animation when swiping out of **Notification Center**, making it smoother and more fluid.

### **17. Wi-Fi Calling Issue for US Cellular Users**

Apple notes that **Wi-Fi Calling** might **not work** for **US Cellular customers** in iOS 18.4 Beta 1. Users experiencing issues should revert to **iOS 18.3**.

### **18. Japan’s ‘My Number Card’ Support in Apple Wallet**

Japanese users can now **add their My Number Card** (Digital ID) to the **Apple Wallet** app. Over **100 million Japanese residents** use **My Number Cards**.

### **19. Mobile Device Management (MDM) Updates**

For enterprise and education users, **MDM settings** now allow IT admins to:

- Disable Apple Intelligence reports
- Restrict Safari Summarization and Mail Smart Replies
- Prevent modifications to default calling/messaging apps
- Enable **Idle Reboot** for automatic restarts

### **20. Vision Pro App and Guest Setup**

Apple is preparing to launch a **Vision Pro app** for iOS, which will:

- Help users manage their **Vision Pro headset**
- Provide tools for downloading **visionOS apps and updates**
- Offer a **Guest Mode**, letting users control what apps a guest can access

The Vision Pro app will roll out in a **future iOS 18.4 beta**.

### **21. New Emojis Coming Soon**

While **no new emojis** are included in this beta, **iOS 18.4 code** confirms that a future update will introduce new emojis such as:

- Bags under eyes
- Fingerprint
- Leafless tree
- Root vegetable
- Harp
- Shovel
- Splatter

### **iOS 18.4 Beta 1 Release Date and Public Rollout**

- The **developer beta** is available now.
- A **public beta** is expected in **the coming weeks**.
- The **final release of iOS 18.4** is planned for **April 2025**.

While **iOS 18.4 Beta 1** doesn’t include major Apple Intelligence updates, it still brings plenty of useful enhancements. From **Priority Notifications** to **Apple News+ Food**, **Ambient Music**, and **Vision Pro integrations**, this update is packed with features that enhance the iPhone experience.

## FAQs

### **When will iOS 18.4 be released?**

The final release is expected in **April 2025**

### **How can I install iOS 18.4 Beta 1?**

It is available to developers now, with a public beta coming soon.

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