iOS 18.1 developer beta 6 now available: What’s new

By Prakruti MishraPublished On Oct 8, 2024

Apple Intelligence features

iOS 18.1 developer beta 6 introduces step-by-step Siri guides for changing settings, and new pop-up notifications detail Apple Intelligence features for each app

Revamped Siri Assistant

The latest beta brings an updated Siri, enabling users to interact with Apple Intelligence across supported apps, including a redesigned toolbar in the Notes app

Sleep Apnea detection

Sleep Apnea detection is now available on Apple Watch Series 10, Series 9, and Watch Ultra 2, with analysis data provided every 30 days for signs of moderate to severe apnea

User interface updates

iOS 18.1 beta 6 includes redesigned icons, grouped notifications with a count display, and new toggles in the Control Centre for Measure and Level tools

Public release timeline

The final iOS 18.1 update is expected to be publicly released later this month alongside watchOS 11.1 and macOS Sequoia