Apple just released a brand new RC (release candidate) build of iOS 18.4, bringing additional bug fixes and refinements to the update ahead of its imminent public launch.Revised RC for iOS 18.4 likely addresses critical bugs This Monday, Apple released RC versions of its next big software updates.iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, macOS 15.4, visionOS 2.4, and more are launching soon.
Normally an RC build is expected to be the final software version before public launch.But as happened yesterday with macOS 15.4, Apple sometimes needs to release a second RC build as part of the testing cycle.Though Apple doesn’t share details on the specific changes made between each RC build, typically it only ships a second RC if critical bugs were discovered that needed to be fixed before launch.
The new RC released today carries build number 22E240.The first RC from earlier this week was 22E239.Apple has released this new build for all developers and public beta users.
iOS 18.4 launching soon with these new features When iOS 18.4 launches publicly, as early as this coming week, it will bring a large array of new features.Here is an overview of everything new that’s coming: Priority Notifications Food and recipes in Apple News Image Playground’s new style New supported AI languages AI in the EU Visual Intelligence on more iPhones Seven new emoji in keyboard Apple Vision Pro app Control Center upgrades More default app categories Shortcuts actions for app settings Apple TV app UI changes App Store download pausing and AI reviews New Photos app improvements CarPlay stuff Safari recent searches There are a variety of smaller UI updates and changes too, making this an especially feature-rich update for iPhone users.Have you installed the new iOS 18.4 RC? Let us know of any changes you discover in the comments.
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