Apple Releases iOS 18.4 with Priority Notifications and Expanded AI Features

Apple has officially rolled out iOS 18.4, bringing with it a suite of enhancements—including the expansion of Apple Intelligence to new regions such as the European Union and India. Alongside this update, Apple has also released iPadOS 18.4, macOS 15.4, watchOS 11.4, and visionOS 2.4, offering broader access to its latest features across its device ecosystem.

Apple Intelligence Now Available in More Regions and Devices

With this update, Apple Intelligence is now supported on:

iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, and the upcoming iPhone 16 series

iPads and Macs powered by the M1 chip or newer

Language support has also been expanded to include:

French (France and Canada)

Simplified Chinese

Localized English (India and Singapore)

In addition, older Apple devices that cannot support iOS 18 will receive updates with iOS and iPadOS 16.7.11 and 15.8.4, ensuring continued support and security improvements.

What's New in iOS 18.4

One of the most anticipated features in iOS 18.4 is Priority Notifications, which uses Apple's AI capabilities to organize notifications by importance, displaying them in a separate, easy-to-manage tab.

Other highlights include:

A new Sketch style for Image Playground, enhancing creative tools for users

Visual Intelligence features now available on iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max, providing smarter content recognition and interaction

watchOS 11.4: Enhanced Alerts and Smart Home Integration

For Apple Watch users, watchOS 11.4 introduces a useful new option:
"Break Through Silent Mode"—which allows sounds and haptics to be activated even when the watch is on silent. This ensures users don't miss important alerts.

Additionally, watchOS now includes Matter support, enabling control over smart home devices like robot vacuums and lights, directly from the Apple Watch.

A Broader Ecosystem, Smarter Features

With iOS 18.4 and its companion updates, Apple is continuing to extend its ecosystem of intelligent features and user-friendly enhancements across more devices and regions. Whether you're using the latest iPhone, an M-series Mac, or an Apple Watch, these updates aim to improve efficiency, personalization, and device integration for users worldwide.