In iOS 18.3.2, the exposure adjustment slider in the Camera app has been made more responsive, allowing for quicker and more precise control over exposure settings. This enhancement is particularly beneficial when shooting in bright or dim environments, as it enables users to adjust the exposure more easily and accurately. The update does not introduce significant new features but focuses on refining existing functionalities, including camera controls, to improve the overall user experience.
To adjust exposure using the slider, users can follow these steps:
1. Access the Camera App: Open the Camera app and ensure you are in Photo mode.
2. Swipe Up: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to reveal the camera tools bar above the shutter button.
3. Exposure Icon: Tap the exposure icon, which is denoted by a plus symbol stacked on top of a minus symbol.
4. Adjust Exposure: Pull the slider to the left to increase exposure (brighten the image) or to the right to decrease exposure (darken the image). This adjustment applies to upcoming photos, regardless of where you focus.
Additionally, users can temporarily adjust exposure by tapping on the screen where they want to focus, and then using the sun icon to adjust brightness. However, this method locks exposure to the focus area and reverts to automatic settings when the focus changes. For a more persistent adjustment, using the exposure slider is recommended.
The improvements in iOS 18.3.2 aim to make these adjustments more intuitive and responsive, enhancing the overall camera experience by providing smoother performance and more reliable autofocus in challenging lighting conditions[1][3].
Citations:
[1] https://9meters.com/technology/phones/here-is-whats-new-in-the-ios-18-3-2-and-ipados-18-3-2-update
[2] https://support.apple.com/en-us/121161
[3] https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/how-to-adjust-camera-exposure-on-iphone
[4] https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/personalize-your-iphone-by-tweaking-these-8-ios-18-3-settings/
[5] https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-turn-on-siris-new-glow-effect-on-ios-18-and-other-settings-you-should-tweak/
[6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MYAGxyBJDY
[7] https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/beyond-the-camera-everything-you-can-do-with-the-iphone-16-camera-control-button/
[8] https://www.reddit.com/r/apple/comments/1j8z35n/ios_1832_has_been_released/
[9] https://www.reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/120xsae/what_is_the_difference_between_these_two_exposure/