iOS 18.2 is currently in beta stage. The public release is expected next month. The next software version update is already confirmed to include various Apple Intelligence features. However, apart from AI, it is also expected to have other features. Earlier, it was reported that the Cupertino-based tech giant is working on a battery-centric feature. Now, iOS 18.2 will have a new feature that will give users a new way to set default apps on their iPhone.
iOS 18.2 will let users manage default apps on iPhone
- Previously, iPhone users only had the option to choose the default email and browser.
- Now it’s expanding to more apps.
- The upcoming iOS 18.2 which is currently in beta version 4, includes A new default apps section ,through) in the Settings app.
- This page will allow users to quickly set default apps for different purposes in eight categories
- Typically, Apple’s own apps including Mail, Safari, Wallet, etc. act as the default apps.
- The expanded list now includes Email, Messaging, Calling, Call Filtering, Browser, Passwords & Codes, Contactless Apps and Keyboard,
- As the name suggests, users can choose their favorite apps for messaging, calling, call filtering, opening links and websites, using autofill, using NFC, and choosing between the built-in Apple keyboard or third-party .
- This will give users the option to choose non-Apple apps as their default.
It’s worth noting that the number of categories in the default Apps page will depend on the region. US users will have the above eight categories while EU users are expected to have more options. Additionally, this new feature is only found on iOS 18.2 beta. If your phone is not running on this version, you will have to wait for the stable release which is expected in December.
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