Apple rolled out iOS 18 for all iPhone users this week, but some of us have been using the new software for a bit longer. We’ve been testing out iOS 18 for months during the developer and public beta phases, discovering some hidden tricks that can enhance your iPhone experience. The latest update from Apple brings significant changes to the iPhone, such as more customization options for the lock and home screens, new features for text messages, a dedicated password app, and a revamped photo album. But there’s more beneath the surface.
Every year, Apple highlights some features while leaving others in the shadows. We always search for hidden features in the latest iOS that can impact how we use our iPhones daily. If you’re on iOS 18, there are a few hidden settings and features that Apple didn’t emphasize but are worth knowing about. Check out seven iOS 18 settings you should modify immediately, learn the correct way to back up your iPhone, and consider waiting before you update.
Restart your iPhone from the redesigned control center without using physical buttons. Adjust the beam width of your flashlight, share your Wi-Fi password using a QR code, and transcribe voice memos to make them searchable. Hide app labels for a cleaner home screen, change an app to a widget directly from the home screen, and secretly identify songs using the Action Button. iOS 18 has a lot of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.