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Apple rolls out iOS 18 beta 2 to developers
After releasing the initial set of AI features with the iOS 18.1 developer beta, Apple has now released iOS 18.1 beta 2 for developers. While the new beta doesn’t expand the AI feature suite, it does bring features previously introduced in the standard iOS 18 beta cycle. Additionally, it introduces new regional English language support for Apple Intelligence.
It is important to note that the iOS 18.1 beta cycle is limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, as only these current-generation smartphones support Apple Intelligence.
iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 2: What’s new
Carousel view in Photos app
Apple has made several changes to the redesigned Photos app based on user feedback. The company has reportedly removed the new Carousel view feature in iOS 18.1 developer beta 2, following similar changes made in iOS 18 developer beta 5 last week. Carousel view allowed users to swipe and view highlights of images that were updated daily.
Distraction Control
Apple has introduced the new Distraction Control feature in iOS 18.1 beta 2 for developers. The feature, which was released last week as part of the regular iOS 18 beta cycle, lets users remove certain elements from a webpage that could be distracting. These elements include login pop-ups and overlays.
Apple Information
With iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 2, Apple has added support for more localized English dialects to its Apple Intelligence features. These location options now include Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, India, and Singapore, in addition to the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, which were initially added.
Apple is also reportedly rolling out Apple Intelligence features in the European Union (EU) with iOS 18.1 Developer Beta 2.
Redesigns
In addition to these changes, iOS 18.1 developer beta 2 brings some user interface improvements. For example, notifications from apps that have the dark mode icon enabled will now display the new icon in the notification bar instead of the usual light icon. Apple has also added a new button to enable Bluetooth in Control Center, separate from the general communication controls.
First published: August 13, 2024 | 6:51 p.m. IST
