Apple Invites: What this new iPhone app helps you do

Apple has launched a new iphone app, Apple Invites, designed to help users create and share custom invitations for any occasion, all while integrating seamlessly with Apple’s ecosystem.

Available from February 4 for iPhone users and accessible on the web via icloud.com, the app brings together everything Apple users already know and like, from iCloud to Apple Music, making event planning and sharing memories easier than ever.

Share memorable moments

Apple Invites empowers users to craft personalised invitations that set the tone for a memorable event.

By choosing from a variety of images in their photo library or the app’s gallery, users can create a tailored invitation for any occasion — be it a birthday, wedding, or casual get-together.

The app also leverages Maps and Weather integration, allowing hosts to send guests directions to the venue and provide a forecast for the event day.

Apple Invites includes an easy-to-use Shared Album feature, where guests can upload photos and videos, ensuring that memories are captured and shared.

Apple Music subscribers also can create collaborative playlists that guests can access directly from the app, adding a fun and personalised soundtrack to the event.

Apple Intelligence enhances event invitations

Apple Invites takes advantage of the company’s signature Apple Intelligence features, allowing users to create unique and creative event invitations. Users can tap into the Image Playground, a tool that generates original images based on descriptions or people from the user’s photo library.

Plus, Apple’s Writing Tools help refine the message to ensure the perfect wording for every occasion.

Hosts retain full control of the invitation process. They can easily manage their events, share invitations with a simple link, and track RSVPs in real-time.

Guests can participate without needing an iCloud+ subscription or even an Apple Account — ensuring accessibility for everyone, regardless of their device.

The app also provides flexibility for guests, allowing them to control how their details are displayed, and offering the option to leave or report an event at any time.

Premium features with iCloud+

For iCloud+ subscribers, Apple Invites offers additional features that enhance the event experience.

With expanded storage, users can safely store high-resolution photos, videos, and files in iCloud, ensuring they never run out of space. Additional premium features include Private Relay, which secures browsing on Safari; Hide My Email, generating random email addresses for privacy; and HomeKit Secure Video, which provides encrypted video storage for home security footage.

iCloud+ users also enjoy Family Sharing, allowing up to five people to share the subscription at no extra cost.

The service starts at Dhs3.99.

Apple Invites is available as a free download from the App Store for all iPhone models running iOS 18 or later.

Certain features may vary depending on region or language settings.