iOS 18.3 Adds Two Upgrades to iPhone 16 Camera Control

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The release of iOS 18.3 is just around the corner, following the unveiling of its RC beta today. According to the update notes, this version will introduce enhancements to the Camera Control button and visual intelligence on the iPhone 16.

New Capabilities of Visual Intelligence in iOS 18.3

With the launch of iOS 18.2, Apple introduced visual intelligence to the Camera Control feature on the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models.

This innovative function allows users to press and hold the Camera Control button to access a specialized AI-driven camera mode, enhancing how users engage with their environment.

Now, iOS 18.3 will bring two exciting additions to visual intelligence:

Your iPhone will now be able to add events directly to your calendar when it identifies dates on posters or flyers.
It also now has the capability to recognize various plants and animals.

Although Apple has previously demonstrated these features, iOS 18.3 marks their official rollout for the Camera Control feature.

Enhanced Integration with Apple Apps Demonstrates the Value of Camera Control

Currently, visual intelligence draws from sources like ChatGPT and Google for various data, but one of the most impressive aspects I’ve noticed is how it seamlessly integrates with Apple apps.

For instance, you can easily point your iPhone at a restaurant or business to retrieve its location directly from Maps.

How often do you utilize visual intelligence through the Camera Control feature on your iPhone? Are you looking forward to these new updates? Share your thoughts in the comments below.