Apple’s iOS 18 update includes a new accessibility feature that’s perfect for anyone who wants easier access to their saved shortcuts. Called Vocal Shortcuts, it lets you set a custom word that, when spoken, will launch a specified shortcut. It’s perfect for power users and people with accessibility needs alike.
Apple first announced the feature back in May 2024. In a press release, the company said: “With Vocal Shortcuts, iPhone and iPad users can assign custom utterances that Siri can understand to launch shortcuts and complete complex tasks.” The company didn’t reveal anything else about the feature at the time, but now that iOS 18 is available as a developer beta, we can get a better idea of how it works.
