A recent leak from an unforeseen source suggests that Apple might be unveiling iOS 18.2 on December 9.

The upcoming iPhone software update, featuring **Apple Intelligence** at its core, is set to offer a host of AI-driven functionalities. Nevertheless, Apple has been **slow to implement** some of the key features, including ChatGPT integration and the updated Siri, which were launched with iOS 18. Although iOS 18.1 has already brought forth several **Apple Intelligence functions**, such as Writing Tools, audio transcriptions in Notes, and the Photo Cleanup tool, the more eagerly awaited features—like **Genmoji**, **Image Playground**, and **ChatGPT integration with Siri**—are anticipated to debut with iOS 18.2.

### Some Apple Intelligence Features Are Available for Early Testing

The iOS 18.2 developer beta is currently active, giving a sneak peek of what’s in store. We might also have a better understanding of when the public release will occur.

As per a report from **MacRumors**, the possible release date was inferred from a notification by British mobile operator **EE**, which advised customers that its “shared number service on MacBooks and iPads” will be phased out on December 9. This implies that Wi-Fi calling from Macs and iPhones will cease after that date.

MacRumors further examined the iOS 18.2 developer beta and found particular carrier settings for EE, which eliminate the “Add Wi-Fi Calling For Other Devices” option within the Wi-Fi Calling section. Since these carrier settings are linked to EE and the December 9 notice, it’s logical to speculate that iOS 18.2 might launch on that date. Quite impressive detective work!

However, this anticipated release date contrasts with another report from the renowned **Mark Gurman** at *Bloomberg*.

Gurman’s sources indicate that iOS 18.2 could be launched a week earlier, in the week of December 2. Regardless, it appears we won’t have to wait long to discover the outcome.