iOS is Apple's operating system for the iPhone and one of the most widely used mobile operating systems in the world. Unveiled in June 2007 alongside the original iPhone and renamed from iPhone OS to iOS in 2010, the system is introduced every year at WWDC in June and ships in fall with the new iPhones. Since 2025, Apple synchronizes the version numbers of all its operating systems with the calendar year. iOS brings central features such as Home and Lock Screen customization, Dynamic Island, StandBy, Live Activities, Apple Intelligence, the Liquid Glass design, privacy features like Mail Privacy Protection and App Tracking Transparency, FaceTime, iMessage, Wallet, Apple Pay, and deep integration with iCloud, Apple Watch, AirPods, Mac, iPad, Apple TV and Vision Pro.
Apfelpatient.de has gathered the ongoing developments around iOS under this tag: beta cycles for every new version, detailed coverage of all major features and point updates, tips and tricks for settings, privacy and hidden features, background on security updates and critical bug fixes, comparisons with Android, design analyses of new interfaces, regulatory topics such as the DMA in Europe, and all rumors and reports about upcoming iOS versions.
Anyone wanting to understand iOS in depth, use it more effectively or follow the platform strategy behind Apple's mobile OS has their fixed anchor right here.
Apple is entering a new design era with Steve Lemay, which is receiving a lot of internal support and is openly endorsed by experienced designers...
Apple presents the App Store Awards 2025, showcasing which apps and games are setting new standards with innovation and high quality...
iOS 26.2 brings live translation, AirDrop codes, and new system features. Find out what the release candidate has already confirmed.
Following Apple's rejection, India halts the mandatory app, sparking discussions about data privacy and control. Apple sets clear limits.
German authorities are investigating Apple over app tracking. The focus is on competition issues and potential advantages for Apple's own services.
Apple opposes India's mandatory app, warning of risks to security and privacy, while the political debate continues to intensify.
Apple is required to install a non-deletable security app in India. These new regulations are raising serious concerns about data privacy.
Apple Car Key explained: Open and start your car with your iPhone or Watch – all the information on security, sharing, passive mode and more...
Apple will deliver important features for iPhone, iPad, and Mac in December 2025. Find out which updates will significantly strengthen the ecosystem.
Strange podcasts are starting automatically on Apple devices and triggering new security questions. Experts see this as a potential risk.
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