Some of Apple’s upcoming updates are perfect for travelers, hikers, and concert lovers. At this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), the tech titan shared that iOS 18 will feature hiking trails on the Maps app, a way to organize photos by trips taken, and redesigned event tickets.
The new photo feature is part of what the brand calls “the biggest redesign of the Photos app.” Following iOS 18’s rollout, Apple users will be able to see all the photos taken during an individual trip and pin them as collections. The update could possibly be a game changer for influencers or those wanting to share content and memories from their travels quickly. The iOS update will also include a “new Carousel” showing off “your best content.”
Later this year, iOS 18 will also bring topographic maps and outlines of trail networks to the Maps app. Moreover, walking enthusiasts will be able to create and save their routes. The brand claims U.S. users will be able to save “thousands of hikes” to their phones, which could be helpful if offline on a remote trail.
Apple noted that “participating ticket issuers” will implement the brand’s event ticket redesign. With the new look and functionality, users can combine “helpful information about [an event’s] venue with recommendations from Apple apps.” This means that regardless of whether you’re in your city or another, more information could make attending your event easier and more enjoyable.
What Else Should Travelers Know About Apple’s Latest?
A big announcement at the WWDC was that iOS 18 will include Apple Intelligence — the brand’s artificial intelligence tool drawing on a user’s “personal context.” The tech titan claims its AI will give users “helpful and relevant” information.
Apple Intelligence can “summarize longer text,” such as during a search, so it could be helpful to travelers when researching destinations.
“iOS 18 is a big release that delivers more ways to customize your iPhone, stay connected, and relive special moments,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Software Engineering.
