# **iOS 18.4 Expands Default App Choices for iPhone Users**
Apple continues to improve user personalization with the forthcoming **iOS 18.4 update**, enabling iPhone users to designate additional third-party applications as defaults. While significant focus has been placed on **Siri enhancements and Apple Intelligence**, this update introduces a major alteration: **broadened default app options**.
## **New Default App Choices in iOS 18.4**
In the past, iPhone users were limited to changing their default **email, browser, and password manager** applications. However, with iOS 18.4, Apple is offering increased flexibility, including:
– **Translation Apps** – Users can now substitute Apple’s **Translate** app with alternatives such as:
– [Google Translate](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/google-translate/id414706506)
– [Microsoft Translator](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-translator/id1018949559)
– [iTranslate Translator](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/itranslate-translator/id288113403)
– [DeepL](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/deepl-translate-write/id1552407475)
– **Navigation Apps (EU Only)** – iPhone users within the **European Union** will have the option to set third-party navigation applications, such as **Google Maps** or **Waze**, as their defaults instead of Apple Maps.
This modification is part of Apple’s adherence to **EU regulations**, which mandate increased transparency in app selection.
## **How to Update Default Apps in iOS 18.4**
To adjust your default apps on iPhone, follow these simple steps:
1. Launch the **Settings** app.
2. Scroll and tap on **Apps**, followed by **Default Apps**.
3. Select the type of app you wish to modify (e.g., Browser, Email, Translation).
4. Pick your desired third-party app from the list.
With the official launch of iOS 18.4, users will have enhanced control over their iPhone experience.
## **When Will iOS 18.4 Launch?**
Apple has yet to reveal an official launch date for **iOS 18.4**, but it is currently undergoing **beta testing**. The update is anticipated to be available to the public shortly.
In the meantime, users eager for early access can enroll in the **iOS 18.4 beta** via Apple’s **Beta Software Program**.
## **Concluding Thoughts**
The capability to set additional default apps is a **positive development** for iPhone users, especially for those in the EU who can now select their preferred navigation application. As Apple continues to provide more customization opportunities, iOS users will experience greater flexibility in their daily app interactions.
Would you consider changing your default translation or navigation app? Share your views with us! 🚀
