# iOS 18.5: Key Information About the Upcoming Update
Apple is preparing to launch iOS 18.5, the forthcoming software upgrade for iPhone users. This article will share all the crucial information on the new functionalities, launch date, and what’s ahead.
## iOS 18.5 Launch Date
Apple has already begun rolling out several beta iterations of iOS 18.5, with the first beta released on April 2, followed by additional betas on April 14 and April 21. The release candidate (RC), which is generally the last beta version, was released on May 6. Traditionally, Apple launches its iOS x.5 updates in mid-May. Here’s a quick view of the release dates for prior iOS 17.5 and earlier versions:
– **iOS 17.5** – May 13, 2024
– **iOS 16.5** – May 18, 2023
– **iOS 15.5** – May 16, 2022
– **iOS 14.5** – April 26, 2021
– **iOS 13.5** – May 20, 2020
Based on this trend, iOS 18.5 is predicted to be available to the public on May 13, 2025.
## What’s New in iOS 18.5?
While iOS 18.5 may not introduce revolutionary features, it emphasizes enhancing user experience through bug resolutions and performance enhancements. Here are some key updates:
### Improvements to the Mail App
1. **Contact Photos Toggle**: Users can now conveniently turn off the new contact photos feature in the Mail app. This option can be found by tapping the three dots in the upper-right corner and toggling off “Show Contact Photos,” making it simpler than navigating through the Settings app.
2. **Visibility of the “All Mail” View**: The “All Mail” view, which was previously a concealed section, is now a fifth tab, making it more accessible to users.
3. **Highlighting AppleCare Information**: The Settings app will now present AppleCare information more prominently, allowing users to quickly verify their warranty details.
### Additional Features and Fixes
Alongside the updates to the Mail app, iOS 18.5 includes a variety of other enhancements and bug fixes:
– A new **Pride Harmony wallpaper** that showcases dynamic colors changing as users interact with their device.
– Notifications for parents when the Screen Time passcode is entered on a child’s device.
– The **Buy with iPhone** feature will be available for acquiring content within the Apple TV app on third-party devices.
– Resolutions for an issue where the Apple Vision Pro app may show a black screen.
– Support for carrier-provided satellite features across all iPhone 13 models.
## Conclusion
After the release of iOS 18.5, Apple is likely to initiate beta testing for iOS 18.6 in May, which is expected to be another minor update. Meanwhile, anticipation grows as the first beta for **iOS 19** is scheduled for release to developers in June. The annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will commence on June 9, featuring a keynote session where further insights into iOS 19 will be revealed.
For those excited to discover more about what lies ahead in iOS 19, make sure to check out our detailed guide.
Stay tuned for the official launch of iOS 18.5 and get ready to delve into its new features and enhancements!
