Installed the release candidate of IOS 18.

Greetings all,

I recently had the pleasure of installing the iOS Release Candidate (RC) ahead of its official release tomorrow, and I must say, my early impressions are largely positive. The software brings a fresh energy, and I couldn’t wait to explore its new features.

One of the most captivating enhancements for me is the haptic feedback integrated with Apple Music. This feature is exclusive to Apple Music subscribers, and it elevates the listening experience to something quite tactile and immersive. The subtle vibrations that accompany the music create a connection beyond sound, adding a new dimension to how we engage with audio. Although this feature isn’t without its imperfections, I trust that Apple will continue refining it in future updates.

That said, my excitement is tempered by one notable shortcoming. The Siri narration voice is, at present, limited to English (US). While I do appreciate the American English option, it seems that other English voices—once available—have been sidelined. As a VoiceOver user, I had hoped for greater flexibility in choosing Siri's voice, not just across languages, but also within English dialects. It’s a feature I believe would benefit many, and I sincerely hope Apple expands this capability in future iterations.

Despite this, I remain optimistic about what the future holds. iOS continues to evolve, and I have no doubt that Apple is working diligently to address these concerns. I’m eager to hear what others think of the new update—what features are you most excited about?

cheers!