iOS 18.2 Beta: Update Timeline and Key Features

Jennifer Bakody

IOS 18.2 beta release: When to expect the next update

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New Encryption Algorithms for User Data

The new encryption algorithms implemented in iOS 18.2 beta offer robust protection for user data, making it more challenging for unauthorized access. The update introduces the use of

XChaCha20-Poly1305

and

AES-256-GCM

for data encryption. These algorithms are considered industry-leading standards, offering strong resistance to attacks and ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive user information.

Security Features Addressing Malicious Apps

iOS 18.2 beta includes several security features designed to mitigate threats posed by malicious apps. One notable enhancement is the implementation of a

runtime app sandboxing mechanism

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Jennifer Bakody

Jennifer Bakody

JENNIFER BAKODY is a Canadian of diverse ancestry grateful to her strong family roots for the chance to embrace the world. She is the author of Radio Okapi Kindu: The Station That Helped Bring Peace to the Congo. She lives in Singapore.