Alongside improvements to Apple Intelligence, iOS 18 brings many new features that do not rely on artificial intelligence and will be available to iPhone users this year.
In iOS 18, you can lock apps so that they require Face ID or a passcode to open. You can also hide apps so that they do not appear on the home screen. The new version of iOS also lets you customise app icons on the home screen, with options to move them around or choose a colour theme. In addition, you can schedule messages using the "Send Later" feature, and there is support for RCS messaging.
One of the most significant new features in iOS 18 is the ability to open any app from the lock screen. Apple lets you customise the lock screen shortcuts, replacing the current shortcuts for the torch and camera. This means you will be able to launch any app without having to unlock your iPhone.
To install the iOS 18 beta and set up this feature, press and hold the lock screen and select the blue "Customise" button. Then tap "Lock Screen". You will see two “-” buttons, one next to the icon at the bottom left and one next to the icon at the bottom right. Tap the button next to the icon you want to replace, then tap the “+” button. Select "Open App" and choose the app you want to open from the lock screen. Tap "Done" to save your changes.
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