With the update to iOS 18, Apple has added a “Photos” app on the iPhonecomplete redesigndonated. However, the changes are sometimes not well received by the community.
Some users practiceclear criticismon the new photos app and even talk about a »«. Above all, the elimination of tab-based navigation and the new layout cause frustration.
The update to iOS 18.2 not only brings many new features to the iPhone. Apple is also devoting itself to the Photos app.
The manufacturer isn't going backwards in terms of design, but there are a handful of innovations that make the application a bit more user-friendly (via9to5Mac).
Old video player returns
In iOS 18, Apple has this, among other thingsVideo player interface changed. Since then, played clips no longer start in full screen mode; This only happens when you tap the display again.
However, the controls and the preview of other videos within your own library are also hidden.
The manufacturer is reversing this change with iOS 18.2.Videos start again in full screen mode. The controls and the video preview will still be displayed.
Infinite loop for videos can be disabled
PlayedVideos have been looping endlessly since iOS 18until they are paused or you move to the next video.
This can now be deactivated in the settings if desired. You can find the option in the settings under »Apps" and "Photos« under the name »Videos as an endless loop«.
Swipe gesture makes it easier to go back
iOS 18.2 brings theSwipe back gesture backinto the Photos app. If you browse through individual photo collections, you can return to the previous page by swiping from the left edge of the screen to the right.
Apple deleted this function in iOS 18 and it was necessary to press the back button in the upper left area of the screen. Especially with large devices like thisit's complicated.
Clear history
Within the Photos app, the “Last Viewed” and “Last Shared” histories can now be deleted.
To clear the history you have to long press on an image. A menu will then open with the option “Remove from Recently Viewed/Shared”.
You can also delete the entire history by tapping on the three horizontal dots in the top right of the album and pressing “Remove all items from Recently Viewed/Shared”.
The update to iOS 18.2 gives the video player oneTime display in milliseconds.
The frame-precise scrolling through clips allows you to cut even more preciselyControlling specific points in the video.
What do you think about the changes to the Photos app that the iOS 18.2 update brings? Does the app make it better for you or are you still not a fan of the redesign? What particularly bothers you about it? Maybe you really like the new design and welcome the redesign. Please let us know your opinion in the comments.
