Apple just released iOS 18.5 Release Candidate 1 to developers and beta testers, and it comes with an important security fix. A major bug was found in previous beta versions of iOS 18.5, which made the device forget saved Wi-Fi passwords when switching between networks. This issue affected users who were constantly changing networks, like from home to office. Apple says this bug is now fixed, so Wi-Fi passwords should stay saved when switching connections.
This update also hints at what’s coming next with iOS 19. Apple is working on smarter battery management using AI. A new feature called “Adaptive Power Mode” has been spotted in iOS 19 beta code. This mode is designed to turn on automatically when your iPhone’s battery gets low or when the phone predicts it needs to save power. Unlike the current Low Power Mode, which you have to switch on yourself, Adaptive Power Mode will run in the background without user action.
The goal is to balance performance and battery life more intelligently. It will reduce power use but still keep your phone running smoothly. Right now, this feature is only found in the iOS 19 developer beta, so it’s not available to the public yet.
In short, iOS 18.5 solves a Wi-Fi issue, and iOS 19 is gearing up to improve battery life using AI. More details are expected to be revealed at Apple’s WWDC event in June.