iOS 18.4 Update With Apple Intelligence: Priority Notifications, But These Missing Features You should know.

Apple has rolled out its new iOS 18.4 update in April 2025, and this update is trending. This update has brought a lot of new features in which Apple Intelligence has a big role. This is also special for Indian users, because now we are getting a chance to talk to Siri in our language. Let’s talk about it in detail, and see what new things Apple has brought this time. When did iOS 18.4 come and how will it be available.

iOS 18.4 Update
iOS 18.4 Update

The biggest highlight is the new feature of Apple Intelligence – Priority Notifications.  What does it do? It understands your phone’s notifications and shows the important ones at the top. For example, if you get a message from your boss or an update about a delivery, that will be shown first, below the rest.

iOS 18.4 Update Priority Notification
iOS 18.4 Update Priority Notification

This feature is very smart and if you want, you can also turn it off from Settings > Notifications > Prioritize Notifications. This feature is a life saver, now you won’t have to worry about searching for the important one among 50 WhatsApp messages. 

And it not only works in English, now it works in Hindi and other Indian languages ​​as well. This feature was announced in WWDC 2024 but is now fully live in iOS 18.4.  So now you can say, “Siri, show me priority notifications,” and she will reply in Hindi! 

Indian users are very happy that iOS 18.4 has supported Apple Intelligence in Hindi, English (India), and 10 other Indian languages ​​like Bangla, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu. This is the first time Siri can talk so well in our language.

iOS 18.4 Update Language Support
iOS 18.4 Update Language Support

A total of 8 international languages ​​(French, German, Japanese, etc.) and 2 localized English (India and Singapore) have been added. This update also brings Apple Intelligence to the EU for the first time, which was previously banned there.  So now this update has become a big hit at both global and local levels. 

Many changes have also come in the Photos app. Now you can sort your albums according to the date modified, and apply new filters. For example, if you want to hide shared images or show non-album items, then you get this option.

Hidden photos will no longer be imported on Mac or PC if Face ID is on, so privacy has also become tight. These small updates bring a big difference in daily usage. Try it once, you will also feel how easy it has become to manage photos.

Driving Fun and Safety There is also good news for CarPlay users. Now you will see three rows of app icons on large screens, earlier there were only two. And sports apps can now show scores on the Now Playing interface. This will be very useful during the IPL season, as you can check the score of the match even in traffic.

iOS 18.4 Update With Car Play
iOS 18.4 Update With Car Play

There is a new option for EU users in which they can set a default navigation app, such as Google Maps. On Indian roads, both navigation and entertainment are required. Therefore, these changes make CarPlay more smooth and useful.

New colors in chats iOS 18.4 has added 7 new emojis – face with bags under eyes, fingerprint, leafless tree, root vegetable, harp, shovel, and splatter. These will double the fun in WhatsApp groups. This small addition makes chats even more funny.

iOS 18.4 Update With New Genmoji
iOS 18.4 Update With New Genmoji

For food loversIf you are an Apple News+ subscriber, a new Food section has been introduced. In this, you will get recipes from top publishers, and you can search, save, and follow step-by-step directions in cooking mode. There is also offline access, so it will work even if there is no internet. This section is very detailed and also gives kitchen tips.

Robot Trot is a great new feature for robot vacuum owners. Now Matter-compatible vacuums can be controlled from the Home app. You can set scenes, like having the vacuum start at 8 a.m. It’s a new way to make your home smart. This feature is very convenient, and future-ready.

Set your moodA new Ambient Music option has been introduced in the Control Center, which includes Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing playlists. It’s a very simple way to set your mood. You can also skip tracks from the Dynamic Island.

Apple released iOS 18.4 on April 1, 2025, and it is now available to everyone. If you have an iPhone XS or newer model, you can download this update for free. Just go to Settings > General > Software Update, and start the download from there. To enjoy the full features of Apple Intelligence, you should have any model of iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, or iPhone 16 series. This update is not small, so keep it on Wi-Fi for a while, and it is better to keep the phone on charge. as well As far as it is possible, iOS 18.4 can also be seen in iPhone 17 Pro Max and 17 series.

iOS 18.4 is a complete package – Apple Intelligence, language support, Photos, CarPlay, emoji, and more. This is a big update for Indian users, because now we can enjoy technology in our own language. Update and enjoy the new features.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What iPhones will get iOS 18?

iOS 18 supports iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and later models.

What is the latest version of iOS out?

As of April 2025, the latest version is iOS 18.4.

When was iOS 18 released?

iOS 18 was released on September 16, 2024.

What is iPhone Intelligence?

Apple Intelligence is an AI-powered feature in iOS 18 that enhances writing, expressions, and productivity while ensuring privacy.

What is the difference between iOS 17 and 18?

iOS 18 introduces enhanced personalization, better Mail and Photos organization, and more dynamic Tap Backs and animations in Messages compared to iOS 17.

How to get Genmoji?

1. Open a text field and tap the Emoji button.
2. Tap the Genmoji button on the keyboard.
3. Enter a description, like “Rainbow cactus,” to generate a custom emoji.

How do I enable Apple Intelligence?

1. Go to Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri.
2. Tap “Turn on Apple Intelligence”.

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