Welcome to our video on iOS 18.1 the latest features release date and more while iOS 18.0 is gearing up for its release apple is already Bea testing iOS 18.1 with developers here's a rundown of what to expect from IOS 18.1 Apple intelligence iOS 18.1 introduces Apple intelligence a new suite of AI features that Apple first unveiled at WWDC in June this release includes the initial set of these capabilities writing tools the new writing tools feature offers powerful options for text editing and summarization right on your iPhone you can now rewrite proofread make friendly make professional make concise summarize create key points make list make table reduce interruptions this new Focus mode uses AI to filter notifications showing only those that require your immediate attention while silencing the rest mail app enhancements iOS 18.1 upgrades the mail app with apple intelligence features including a priority messages section for Urgent emails message summaries in the inbox view a new summarize button for detailed message breakdowns smart reply suggestions and question identification transcription summaries Apple intelligence also enhances the notes app with summaries for audio recordings and phone call transcriptions notification summaries Apple intelligence summarizes multiple notifications from mail and messages giving you a recap without needing to open each one NFC access for third party apps for the first time iOS 18.1 opens the iPhone's NFC chip to thirdparty developers this means apps can now support features like inst store payments car keys Transit passes corporate and student IDs home and hotel Keys Loyalty cards event tickets government IDs coming later developers will need to enter into a commercial agreement with apple to access this feature release date iOS 18.1 is expected to launch in October following the September release of iOS 18. we'll keep you updated with any changes from the ongoing beta testing that's all for today be sure to hit that like button if you found this video helpful and subscribe for more updates on the latest tech news thanks for watching and see you next time