iOS 18.5 Beta Introduces Streamlined Contact Photo Toggles and More in the Mail App

New Features in iOS 18.5 Developer Beta

• Mail App Enhancements:

  • Users can now show or hide contact photos directly from the Mail app, streamlining a feature previously accessible only through the Settings app.
  • A new option to disable the 'Group by Sender' view has been added, also available directly within the Mail app.

• AppleCare & Warranty Section Update:

  • The AppleCare & Warranty section in the Settings app received a new header with additional information and a hyperlink to the Apple website.

• Minor Changes and Enhancements:

  • No major additions are noted in this beta release, but several quality-of-life improvements contribute to a better user experience.

• Future Updates:

  • Planned Apple Intelligence upgrades for Siri have been delayed until the iOS 19 update, expected in June 2025.