Apple released iOS 18.3 last month, and the first iOS 18.4 beta is expected to arrive soon. iOS users worldwide anticipate this update to be more significant, introducing new features related to Apple Intelligence, Siri, and other system improvements.
Expected Release Date
Apple’s website states iOS 18.4 will launch in April. This follows the beta testing phase. The update brings new features and improvements. Below is a detailed breakdown of what users can expect from the upcoming release.
Apple Intelligence Enhancements for Siri
Siri is set to receive major upgrades through Apple Intelligence, improving:
- On-screen awareness for better contextual responses.
- Deeper control over apps and settings.
- Personalized understanding based on user habits.
Apple Intelligence will be exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro models and the upcoming iPhone 16 series.
Apple Intelligence in More Languages
Currently, Apple Intelligence is only available in localized English for the U.S., Canada, U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.
A software update in April, likely iOS 18.4, will expand support to new languages, including:
- English (India and Singapore)
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
However, only some languages will be added in April, with the rest rolling out in 2025.
New Emoji Arriving in iOS 18.4
Following the trend of previous updates, we expect iOS 18.4 to introduce new emoji, including:
- Face with bags under eyes
- Fingerprint
- Leafless tree
- Root vegetable
- Harp
- Shovel
- Splatter
EU: Default Navigation & Translation Apps
Due to the Digital Markets Act, Apple will allow EU users to set third-party apps as their default navigation and translation apps, possibly starting with iOS 18.4.
- Navigation options may include Google Maps, Waze, and others.
- Translation options may include Google Translate, Microsoft Translator, and others.
These options will be added to the Settings > Default Apps section, which was introduced in iOS 18.2.
Robot Vacuum Support in Home App
Apple has confirmed that an iOS 18 update will add robot vacuum control. This feature should arrive in iOS 18.4. Users will soon be able to control their robot vacuums directly from their iPhones.
Users will be able to:
- Control power and cleaning modes in the Home app.
- Use Siri voice commands to start or stop cleaning.
- Integrate vacuums into HomeKit automation.
