Privacy just leveled up in a big way with iOS 18’s new hidden apps capability. And let me tell you, this sneaky little feature is making waves across the internet – some people are calling it a game-changer, while others…well, let’s just say the reactions have been spicy.
But first, what exactly are we dealing with here? Essentially, iOS 18 lets you lock down and straight-up vanish apps from your iPhone’s home screen and App Library. With a simple Face ID scan, you can make apps disappear into a hidden folder, tucked away from prying eyes.
And we’re not just talking burying that sketchy dating app you don’t want your significant other to find (though that’s surely one use case). This new privacy shield is a godsend for anyone handling sensitive stuff like banking, medical info, confidential work files, and more.
No more nosy notifications spilling your secrets. No more friends or family accidentally opening your private apps and seeing things they shouldn’t. iOS 18 lets you create a ultra-secure, biometrically-protected safe space on your iPhone.
Now here’s where things get a little controversial…
While plenty of people are applauding Apple for this privacy power move, others fear it could be a cheater’s paradise. Yep, the main criticism is that this hidden apps vault makes it easier than ever to conceal dating apps, messaging apps, and other digital fingerprints of infidelity.
In fact, the social media backlash has been pretty wild, with tons of tweets and memes joking about iOS 18 being made for cheaters and side-pieces. Yikes.
Ethical concerns aside, you can’t deny this is one insanely useful feature, especially in this age of rampant data privacy. I mean, who wouldn’t want an ultra-secure, digitally-encrypted hiding spot for their most sensitive apps and information?
Whether you use iOS 18’s hidden apps for privacy, secrecy, or…other purposes, one thing’s for sure – this update just made iPhones a whole lot more secure. Though maybe a bit too secure, if you catch my drift.
What do you think about this controversial new addition? Privacy power move or cheater’s best friend? Let me know your hot takes!