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iOS 18 Adds Equation Solving and Unit Conversion to iPhone Messages

May 8, 2026

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CNET Services and Software

iOS 18 Adds Equation Solving and Unit Conversion to iPhone Messages

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Starting with iOS 18 released in 2024, Apple integrated calculation capabilities directly into the iPhone Messages app. Users can now input mathematical equations and unit conversion requests, such as currency or temperature changes, without leaving the messaging interface. To execute these tasks, users simply type the formula followed by an equals sign, allowing for immediate solutions within the text field.

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