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iOS 18 has introduced several new photo editing features, with more on the horizon. This update brings changes to how users can edit and interact with their photos, ranging from small tweaks to potentially significant AI-powered tools. Let's examine what's available now and what's expected in the near future.

Current features in iOS 18

The latest iOS update includes several new editing capabilities:

Smart copy and paste for edits. This feature allows users to apply edits across multiple photos efficiently. When copying edits from one photo to another, users can:

• Choose whether to include the crop aspect ratio
• Match exposure

iOS 18 introduces a new call recording feature, allowing users to capture phone conversations as both text and audio. Here's what you need to know about its availability and how to use it.

Supported Languages & Countries

The call recording feature is currently only available in English language in the following countries:

• Australia
• Canada
• Ireland
• New Zealand
• South Africa
• United Kingdom
• United States

Supported iPhones

The call recording feature is available on iPhone 15 Pro and later models. This includes:

• iPhone 15 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro Max
• Entire iPhone 16 lineup

How to Use Call Recording in iOS 18

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iOS 18 introduces a new feature that allows users to lock individual apps for enhanced privacy. Here's how to lock and unlock the Messages app using Face ID:

Locking Messages app

1. Find the Messages app on your Home Screen or in the App Library.
2. Tap and hold the Messages app icon until a menu appears.
3. In the menu, select "Require Face ID".
4. A pop-up will appear asking if you want to lock the app. Tap "Require Face ID" to confirm.

5. Authenticate with Face ID to enable the lock.
6. The Messages app is now locked. You'll need to use Face ID

Every year, when Apple pushes its latest update out into the world and while everyone certainly gets excited to discover and try out the new features, there's one question that plagues the mind of every iPhone user who wants to update their phone. "What's the impact of the update on the battery life?"

With every update, there are always mixed opinions about the impact of the OS on the device's battery life. It's no different this time. Right away, social media is full of users who are talking about how the update is impacting the battery life on their device

iOS 18 introduces an enhanced privacy feature that allows users to hide apps from prying eyes. This feature is particularly useful for those who want to keep certain apps private or secure sensitive information. When an app is hidden, it's moved to a special 'Hidden' folder in the App Library, making it invisible on the Home Screen and in search results. This added layer of privacy ensures that your personal or sensitive apps remain discreet.

However, there may be times when you need to access these hidden apps or want to make them visible again. The process to unhide apps

Apple's latest mobile operating system, iOS 18, brings a wealth of new features to iPhone users. However, the availability of these features varies depending on the iPhone model you own. This guide breaks down which iOS 18 features require specific iPhone models, helping you understand what's available for your device or what you might gain by upgrading.

Feature compatibility at a glance

Before getting into the details, here's a quick reference table summarizing the feature compatibility across iPhone models: