Apple today released the seventh beta versions of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 to developers so they can continue testing Apple Intelligence features. The seventh betas come a week after Apple posted the sixth betas of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1.
The updates can be downloaded from the Settings app on a compatible device by going to General > Software Update. Please note that Apple Intelligence can still use an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 16.
Apple Intelligence includes writing tools that are available anywhere text can be selected and edited, and can be used to spell check, correct grammar, rewrite with a new tone, and summarize text.
Siri has a new design with a subtle glow around the screen, and there’s a Type to Siri feature so you don’t have to talk to Siri. Siri can track you if you stumble over your words, and can maintain context between requests. Safari can summarize articles and there’s a new focus mode to reduce interruptions.
Smart Replies are available in Messages and Mail, and the Mail app displays time-sensitive messages and places them at the top of your inbox. Photos has a Memory Movie feature for creating slideshows from text descriptions, and you can record, transcribe, and summarize phone conversations. Transcription and summary are also available for each audio recording.
Learn more about all the features currently available in beta in our Apple Intelligence guide. Image Playground, Genmoji and other new Siri features have not yet been implemented.
The update also includes recording and transcribing phone calls on all devices, plus the option to take spatial photos on the iPhone 15 Pro models.
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