When is the Release Date for iOS 18.3 from Apple?

Two weeks ago, Apple launched the initial beta version of iOS 18.3. For those who have not joined the beta testing program, the wait for the public release will not be long!

Here’s what to anticipate regarding the release timeline of iOS 18.3…

Release Date for iOS 18.3

Apple’s beta testing timeline for iOS 18.3 is expected to closely follow the pattern set by last year’s iOS 17.3 beta testing. Below are the key dates from the iOS 17.3 beta cycle:

• Beta 1: December 13, 2023
• Beta 2: January 3, 2024
• Beta 3: January 9, 2024
• Release Candidate (RC): January 17, 2024
• Public release: January 22, 2024

This indicates that Apple may roll out iOS 18.3 beta 2 later this week or early next week, followed by one additional beta before the release candidate.

New Features in iOS 18.3

Compared to the significant updates of iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.2, iOS 18.3 is a more minor update, concentrating primarily on bug fixes and performance enhancements without introducing new features associated with Apple Intelligence.

• Support for robot vacuums in the Home app
• Updated icon for the Image Playground application
• Bug resolutions for the Writing Tools API and Genmoji
• Login capability for the Feedback app using Face ID or Touch ID
• The Camera Control menu icon in the Accessibility settings now accommodates dark mode

Apple is expected to ramp up its offerings again with iOS 18.4, which should introduce substantial new Apple Intelligence features. The beta testing for iOS 18.4 is anticipated to begin later this month, with public release expected in March or April.

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