Key iOS 18.5 Settings You Should Adjust for a Better iPhone Experience

Apple’s iOS 18.5 is likely the final update before iOS 19 arrives at WWDC. With new features introduced in this version, it’s a good time to personalize your device. Users can now turn off the new Mail app’s categorized inbox if it’s not helpful, replacing it with a traditional chronological view. The lock screen buttons, previously fixed to flashlight and camera, can now be customized or removed entirely. Notifications can be prioritized using Apple Intelligence, allowing for more relevant alerts. iPhones with the Action button (like iPhone 15 Pro and newer models) gain new functions, including Visual Intelligence and expanded control options. Home screens are now more customizable than ever, with icon placement flexibility, Dark mode for icons and wallpaper, and the ability to tint or enlarge icons. Control Center also sees a revamp, with multiple customizable pages and resizable controls. Privacy gets a boost with the ability to lock or hide individual apps using Face ID or Touch ID. Lastly, users can disable the automatic looping of videos in the Photos app via Settings. Overall, iOS 18.5 enhances customization, privacy, and usability across the system.