Apple Invites Update Adds Full-Resolution Shared Albums
Apple's latest Apple Invites update brings full-resolution Shared Albums, photorealistic Image Playground backgrounds, and link-based email verification for guests.
Apple has released a new version of its Apple Invites app for iPhone, adding full-resolution sharing for Shared Albums. The change lets anyone, including non-Apple users, join and contribute to shared albums.
The update also expands Image Playground within the app, which now supports creating high-quality backgrounds in styles including photorealistic. In addition, guests can verify their email by tapping a link instead of entering a code, and the release includes bug fixes and performance improvements.
The update taps into new iOS 27 features, including improved photo sharing and Image Playground capabilities, as reported by 9to5mac.com.
Apple Invites requires an iCloud+ subscription to create invites, while anyone can reply to invites.
Quick answers
What's new in the Apple Invites update?
It adds full-resolution sharing for Shared Albums, high-quality Image Playground backgrounds including photorealistic styles, and link-based email verification for guests, plus bug fixes and performance improvements.
Do guests need an Apple device to join Shared Albums?
No. The update lets anyone, including non-Apple users, join and contribute to Shared Albums.
Do I need iCloud+ to use Apple Invites?
Yes, creating invites requires an iCloud+ subscription, but anyone can reply to invites.