IOS 18.5 RC is already with us. This launch puts ours of an iOS 18 which was spectacular, with the arrival of Apple's intelligence and important changes in the control center and the personalization of icons. And although iOS 19 is already fast approaching (a month just after being presented), this RC of iOS 18.5 shows whatE Apple continues to polish the experience until the last moment.
And although it is true that iOS 18.6 will arrive after this version, by iOS 19 will have already been presented and will play a role in the background. With error corrections and safety bugs, particularly focused on devices that will not be compatible with the new version. Until then … What does iOS 18.5 RC bring? As we will see, it is much more than a simple maintenance update.
What does RC mean and when the final version of iOS 18.5 arrives?
Before going into details, clarify what this RC is. The acronym “RC” designates the “liberation candidate”. That is to say it is The candidate version will be the final. In practical terms, this is the latest beta version before the official launch. And, unless serious errors are identical, it will be identical to the version that will reach all users.
The good news is that the final version of iOS 18.5 for all users should be available in a week. If we follow the previous calendars, it is possible that the Monday May 12 The final version of iOS 18.5 is launched for the entire general public.
The new features that iOS 18.5 RC brings
With iOS 19 for June at WWDC, this version has just consolidated everything we saw in iOS 18 and add interesting points.
Mail more customizable
The request for mail received a significant overhaul with iOS 18.4 thanks to Apple Intelligence. With iOS 18.5, it is much easier to personalize. With a simple key in the three points of the upper right corner, you can now: activate or deactivate contact photos and choose the type of view, if by categories or in the list.
Applecare rises to the Luz
In this version of iOS 18.5, Apple has improved the visibility of the Applecare coverage of our devices. In Adjusts> General> Applecare And guarantee that you will find a new banner with the Applecare logo which allows you to consult your cover at a glance. In addition, when you enter your Apple account and select one of your devices, you will see a new specific Applecare section with options to manage your plan if you have a subscription.
New wallpaper
Coinciding with this RC of iOS 18.5, Apple presented its “Pride 2025” collection, which includes:
- A new belt Pride Edition Sport Band with rainbow stripes that vary in sizes and shapes, assembled by hand. You can buy online for 49 dollars and reach physical stores next week.
- The iOS 18.5 update provides a New wallpaper This subtly changes when blocking and unlocking the iPhone. There is also a new sphere for the Apple Watch in the corresponding RC Watchos 11.5.
New wallpaper, sphere and correct of the “Pride Collection 2025”
What really impresses with iOS 18.5 is his performance
If there is something that stands out in this RC of iOS 18.5, that's what the iPhone feels using it. And, after weeks, try iOS 18.5, and now with the arrival of the RC, Everything flows with incredible sweetness. In addition, something interesting: after having installed the RC, my iPhone has once again downloaded the complete Apple Intelligence package. This generally occurs when there are important updates in internal models, although the changes are not immediately visible. An indication that there is Many improvements under the hood that improve experience.
With iOS 18.5 RC, Apple shows us that he managed to bring iOS 18 to an enviable level of refinement. And this is particularly impressive since Most of the development team (probably more than 80%) is concentrated on iOS 19. If with limited resources, they obtained the two iOS 18, expectations for iOS 19 are very high. We know that Apple is preparing an important overhaul, and the base that leaves iOS 18.5 is excellent to build there.
How to install iOS 18.5 RC now
If you want to try all these improvements without delay the final version, you can install the RC by following these steps:
If you are already in the Betas program
Access adjustments> General> software update. The RC will appear automatically to download and install.
If you are not in the Betas program but want to join
Visit Beta.apple.com from your iPhone and connect with your Apple identifier. Press “Save your device” and follow the instructions. Once saved, go to Settings> General> Software update> Beta updates. Select “iOS 18 public beta”. Back to update the software and RC will seem to settle.
Installation of a public beta version on the iPhone
The version of The public beta version can take a few more hours to appearBut it should arrive between today, five or six years, as it was in the previous versions. While we hope for the arrival of iOS 19 in June, this update Go with a very good mouth flavor On what iOS 18 has achieved during his life cycle.
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