Apple today announced new accessibility features coming later this year with upcoming software updates like iOS 18, iPadOS 18 and visionOS 2. The Cupertino tech giant never fails to impress its users when it comes to accessibility features. This time, Apple announced some useful accessibility features to help users with any disabilities.
Amazing Hidden iOS 18 Features — Eye Tracking, Music Haptics, Accessibility
Apple previewed several useful features for the iPhone and iPad, the one that would get the most attention is Eye Tracking. Yes, one of the most notable features of Apple Vision Pro is coming to iPhone and iPad.
Powered by artificial intelligence, eye tracking will enable iPhone and iPad users to navigate their devices using just their eyes. This is similar to what we have seen on the Vision Pro. Eye tracking on iPhones and iPads is specially designed for users with physical disabilities so they can control their devices just by looking at them.
This magic feature uses the front camera to determine which element the user is looking at. Users can look at a button to highlight it and then hold their gaze for a few seconds to select it. Thanks to machine learning on the device, all data is stored securely on the device and is not shared with anyone, not even Apple.
