Apple has unveiled **iOS 18.3 Release Candidate**, marking its latest update following the developer beta of iOS 18.3. The release notes highlight improvements in **Visual Intelligence**, alongside the intriguing hint of upcoming **Siri updates** and potential changes to **screen recording/streaming features**.
Under the hood, the update brings new animations for **Shortcuts and Messages**, suggesting advancements in app UI/UX design. However, significant portions remain under development, with Apple showing preliminary insights into integrating its **Apple Intelligence system** into **Shortcuts**.
The release also hints at enhanced capabilities in **Calendars**, allowing users to add events from posters or flyers, alongside improved identification of plants and animals. Additionally, the update includes a notable feature: the Calculator now repeats the last mathematical operation, a useful tool for continuous calculations.
Notably, Apple has disabled Notification Summaries for News & Entertainment apps following beta 3 testing due to concerns over false information generated by AI algorithms. This move follows similar steps taken in beta 2, adding another layer of privacy and trust.
This release, while lacking headline-grabbing features like iOS 18.1 or 18.2, showcases substantial advancements under the hood, signaling potential future updates and hardware improvements. More details will be available once the public release occurs on January 21, 2025.
For further insights, including a detailed look at **Shortcuts’ new transition animations**, visit our video hub. Stay tuned for an in-depth roundup next week.
Source: https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/21/ios-decoded-ios-18-3-rc-new-hidden-features-changes-updates-videos