iOS 18 Borrows from Android: 5 Features We’ve Seen Before

While Apple continues to innovate, it’s not always the first to market with new features. iOS 18, the upcoming update to Apple’s mobile operating system, boasts several additions that have been staples on Android devices for years. Here are five notable examples:

1. Customizable Widgets: (Widgets, customization, home screen)
Android has long offered a wide range of customizable widgets to personalize the home screen. iOS 18 finally brings this functionality, allowing users to add interactive widgets for apps like calendar, weather, and music.

2. Multi-Window Support: (Multitasking, split screen, productivity)
Android users have enjoyed the ability to run multiple apps simultaneously in split-screen mode for years. iOS 18 finally catches up with this feature, allowing users to work more efficiently with two apps displayed side-by-side.

3. Advanced Notification Management: (Notifications, prioritization, focus modes)
Android has long allowed users to manage notifications with granular control. iOS 18 introduces a new “Focus Modes” feature that builds upon this, letting users customize their notification experience based on specific situations.

4. Enhanced Accessibility Options: (Accessibility, voice control, one-handed mode)
Android has a long history of providing robust accessibility features. iOS 18 introduces new features like “One-Handed Mode” and improved voice control options, making the device more usable for a wider range of users.

5. Cross-Device Clipboard: (Clipboard, copy-paste, seamless transfer)
Android users have been able to seamlessly copy and paste text and images between devices using Google’s “Universal Clipboard.” iOS 18 adds a similar feature, allowing users to copy content on one Apple device and paste it on another.

While Apple’s iOS 18 brings welcome features to iPhone users, it’s worth noting that these innovations have existed on Android for quite some time. It seems Apple is finally catching up to its Android competitors in some key areas, offering users a more familiar and feature-rich experience.