Apple helping users 'cheat'? Netizens worried new iOS 18 update may risk relationships

The WWDC saw Apple announcing some interesting features in their iOS 18 rollout that will arrive on iPhones later this year. According to reports, people in relationships are running scared due to this new Apple feature announcement. For starters, Apple is going to introduce some AI-enabled features, that will be a result of their partnership with ChatGPT creators Open AI. These AI features will significantly improve the overall user experience of iPhone users.

What are some new features of Apple's iOS 18?

Some new features that are coming in also include customization ability of home screen with new colors, as well as changes to Apple's own texting and messaging application, iMessage, which will now provide the ability to react to messages with more emojis, than the usually available six. Moreover, iMessage will also let iPhone users create new emojis using generative AI technology, according to a previous ET report.

This new feature in iOS 18 leaves netizens scared

On June 10, Apple displayed a plethora of new features in its 'biggest ever software update' in recent years. However, there is one update that leaves people in relationships in crisis. This includes the ability of iPhone users to lock their apps with facial recognition in an attempt to enhance privacy for personal pictures and videos, as well as texts. This means, someone sharing your phone will not be able to check your texts, images or videos at any cost since they won't have facial recognition for the apps.

Apple 'helping people cheat', feel social media users

This has left some people worried, especially those, who are concerned about their partner indulging in infidelity. There is a high chance iPhone users will now be able to indulge in chats, store images and videos on their phones, without any concern of it being seen by their partners, leaving open avenues to cheat and still be able to keep it a secret. This includes using apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Tinder, Hinge and more, and then locking it using facial recognition lock.

Social media has been going crazy with the reactions around this upcoming iOS 18 feature, with some claiming Apple is helping 'cheaters' by innovating these features. Even though the safety and privacy around the devices are enhanced, it leaves the room for these features being exploited, feel social media users.

FAQs:

Which is the upcoming iOS update for Apple iPhone?
The iOS 18 is the next upcoming rollout for Apple iPhone which is arriving officially this fall. It has various AI-enabled features that will help enhance your overall user experience.

Can I lock apps in Apple iPhone?
After the iOS 18 update is completed on your iPhone, you can lock your applications, including texting, social media and multimedia applications easily, which can only be opened by using facial recognition.


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