Those looking to see when iOS 18.3 will release might not want to bet on a specific date, but I’m here to give you a good idea of when it might happen. Since Apple is incredibly private when it comes to virtually everything it does, getting an exact date for an operating system launch can be a bit tricky. Although I haven’t spoken to Tim Cook personally (he stopped returning my calls), there are methods to get closer to a release date. Let’s explore.
When to expect iOS 18.3: Review of past release dates
The second developer beta of iOS 18.3 is expected to launch in early January, so it’s highly likely that users can expect a public release of 18.3 soon. However, we might get another developer beta alongside a release candidate before a public release. As 9to5Mac observe, it seems that iOS 18.3 follows a similar publishing model like iOS 17.3.
Looking at this trajectory, iOS 17.3 saw the release of its third beta on January 9, 2024. It also had a release candidate, giving the official public release a January 22 release date. Given that iOS 18.3 is about a week behind that schedule, it’s likely that iOS 18.3 will see a public release around late January or early February.
What’s new in iOS 18.3: Prepare for something big
With iOS 18 and iOS 18.2 being so massive for Apple Intelligence, you can expect big things with this release as well. It would be a good idea to keep expectations in check though, as this release focuses more on the back-end of the operating system.
There are a few new additions, including the Home app supporting robot vacuums, the ability to log into the Feedback app with Touch ID or Face ID, and some bug fixes and performance improvements. Additionally, Image Playground is getting a new icon, and those using dark mode will see a different icon for the camera control on the Accessibility page.
Remember that you can always access Settings > General > Software Update to see if an update is available. Make sure the battery is sufficiently charged before continuing with the installation. Even though there may not be many features with iOS 18.3, keeping your iPhone up to date is very beneficial.
People can also look forward to iOS 18.4, which promises to bring big changes to Siri.
