Apple has officially released iOS 18.3, a major update that introduces new features, resolves bugs and addresses security concerns. The update, which became available on Jan. 27, can be installed on iPhones starting with the XS model and newer,

Apple released iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3, which means we're now ready for a new round of beta testing.

Apple iOS 18.3 is compatible with all iPhones that can run iOS 18. This means all iPhones from the iPhone XS onwards, including the second- and third-generation iPhone SE models.

Apple first introduced satellite connectivity features to the iPhone with the release of the iPhone 14 in 2022. The

Apple Intelligence’s first set of features included tools we’re pretty familiar with, like glowing gradients to indicate the presence of AI, the ability to change the tone of an email, and a photo clean-up tool that lets AI eliminate distractions.

Fortunately, it's super easy to turn off, but it goes to show that Apple Intelligence is here to stay in the walled garden.

Apple not only installed iOS 18.3 on iPhones, it also turned on, by default, Apple Intelligence. You may love it. Unless you don't. And there are reasons for both.

The vulnerability has also prompted Apple to issue patches for macOS Sequoia and even the company's Vision Pro headset.

If you're not interested in Apple Intelligence features on your iPhone, you can disable them in a few different ways.

Apple has kicked off iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and MacOS 15.3 with one significant change affecting AI. Since its debut, Apple Intelligence has required the extra step of actually turning it on or opting in. But with the new versions, Apple's AI feature is enabled by default for eliglble devices.

The latest OS update is available now for Apple's iPhone and iPad devices, bringing a few enhancements and one big change for Apple Intelligence.