What's new in iOS 18.4? AI priority notifications and 9 other big updates

Apple's iOS 18.4 update offers a variety of new and improved features, but the star of the show may be priority notifications and expanded Apple Intelligence. Although the company's AI-powered technology has received some criticism, Apple remains focused on improving its reach and capabilities. Here are the biggest changes coming to your iPhone and iPad, plus what's new in other software updates rolling out to Apple devices. First up: Apple Intelligence will now display urgent or important notifications in a separate section on the Lock screen, so that you can more easily see what you may have missed. To view all your notifications, simply swipe up on the screen.