Apple has brought out the beta version of iOS 18.3, but it is probably not the top upgrade for all iPhone users from iOS 18.2; however, notable changes in Apple Intelligence (AI) and refinement of user experiences are included, which are significant.

If you're wondering what's new in this beta, check this out

Improved Notifications Summary for High Accuracy

Apple Delivers iOS 18.3 Beta With New AI Features: Here's

Apple's summary, of course, has drawn significant amounts of flak for mischaracterizing news—a matter that has led to the trend of misinformation. There came even a point when an Apple representative told BBC that it would be "temporarily unavailable" for entertainment and news apps in the latest operating systems across Apple devices.

Thus, Apple has turned off summary for news-related apps—a category that includes News and Entertainment. It does this until the AI improves its recognition prowess.

The other improvements include:

• Notification summary will be printed in italics so that it can be easily distinguished.
• The setup procedure highlights that summarized headlines may distort the original ones, encouraging the user to validate important information.
• Users can enable or disable summaries for specific applications from the lock screen.

These improvements are made toward finding a balance in AI convenience while being responsible and cautious with what is shared over the internet.

Data Awareness with Editing Warnings PDF

Now there's a new caution that appears for cropping PDFs through the screenshot interface. A warning is produced to the end-user that actually cropping does not delete data forever from the document because some viewers of PDF are still able to view the deleted content.

Privacy and transparency go a long way in this context, especially for those working with sensitive documents.

Accessibility Simplified For Camera Controls

For iPhone 16 users, the "AE/AF" toggle in Camera settings has been renamed to "Lock Focus and Exposure." This change clarifies its function, making it more intuitive for non-professional photographers.

Calculator Gets a Useful Upgrade

A fan-favorite feature is back in the Calculator app, Tom's Guide reports. Repeating operations, which were eliminated in iOS 18, are back. This means you can repeat your last command by tapping the equals button. For instance, if you enter 2x2=4 and tap equals again, it will multiply the result by 2, giving you 8.

This subtle but practical addition enhances functionality for users needing quick, repetitive calculations.

Genmoji Debuts in Messages

The Messages app gets a creative boost with the addition of Genmoji, a feature powered by generative AI. Users can access it through the "+" button in any conversation, creating custom emojis based on prompts. This feature opens up endless possibilities for personalized, unique emojis, adding a fun and interactive element to messaging.

When Will iOS 18.3 Be Available?

The iOS 18.3 beta is currently available for developers and public testers enrolled in Apple's beta program. Although the Cupertino tech titan has not announced a release date for the final version, history suggests that it could be rolled out in the coming weeks.

Small Changes, Big Improvements

Though not as groundbreaking as its predecessor, iOS 18.3 beta brings valuable updates that improve usability and touch up existing features. From addressing misinformation in Notification Summaries to reintroducing helpful calculator functions and debuting Genmoji, this update is all you need for now.