Apple Releases iOS 18.5: Everything You Need to Know About It
iOS 18.5 Release Date and Compatibility
Released on May 12, 2025, iOS 18.5 is compatible with all iPhones from 2018 onwards, including:
- iPhone Xs, Xs Max, Xr
- iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation)
- iPhone 11 through iPhone 16 series
- New Features in iOS 18.5
New Pride Harmony Wallpaper
In celebration of Pride Month, Apple introduced the dynamic Pride Harmony wallpaper with colorful stripes, alongside new Pride-themed Apple Watch faces and accessories.
Improved Screen Time Notifications for Parents
Parents now get notified when the Screen Time passcode is used on a child’s device, offering better transparency and control over usage.
Buy With iPhone on Third-Party Devices
Users can purchase content through the Apple TV app on third-party devices using the "Buy with iPhone" feature.
Satellite Features for iPhone 13
iPhone 13 models now support carrier-enabled satellite features, letting users send messages off the grid.
Apple Vision Pro App Fix
An issue where the Apple Vision Pro companion app displayed a black screen has been resolved.
New Mail App Tweaks
The Mail app now allows easier customization and navigation:
- Toggle Contact Photos on/off directly from within the app.
- Access the All Mail category more easily with a new visible tab for users who prefer the pre-Categories layout.
Bug Fixes and Security Updates
iOS 18.5 includes key bug fixes and security updates that Apple recommends for all users. Full details are available on Apple’s support page. Here's the link to the security content of iOS 18.5.
What’s Next?
Ahead of WWDC in June, where iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 are expected, Apple plans to release iOS 18.6, bringing Apple Intelligence features to users in China.
Final Thoughts
iOS 18.5 may not be groundbreaking, but it delivers valuable tweaks, stronger parental controls, bug fixes, satellite support for iPhone 13, the new Pride Harmony wallpaper, and small UI enhancements, making it a solid update worth installing.
Ready to Update?
Go to Settings > General > Software Update, and get the latest version now to enjoy these new features and improvements.
Stay tuned for more iOS updates and WWDC 2025 coverage.