Apple launches Apple Invites app to simplify event planning


Apple has launched Apple Invites, a new iPhone app designed to simplify event planning by allowing users to create and share custom invitations effortlessly. The app helps users organize gatherings, manage RSVPs, contribute to shared photo albums, and even collaborate on music playlists, the company announced.

Key Features of Apple Invites

1. Custom Invitations for Every Occasion

Users can personalize invitations by selecting images from their photo library or choosing from a curated collection of themed backgrounds. Integrated Maps and Weather features provide guests with event directions and real-time forecasts.

The app also includes Shared Albums, enabling attendees to upload photos and videos, preserving event memories in one place. Apple Music subscribers can create collaborative playlists that guests can access directly through the app.

2. Smart Invitation Creation with Apple Intelligence

Apple Intelligence streamlines invitation design, allowing users to generate unique visuals with Image Playground by incorporating personal photos and descriptions. Writing Tools assist in crafting well-structured and engaging invitation messages.

3. Effortless Event Management and Guest Participation

Hosts have full control over event details, invitations, and RSVPs. Invitations can be shared via links, allowing guests to respond through the app or the web—without requiring an Apple ID or iCloud+ subscription. Attendees can also manage their visibility and exit events at any time.

iCloud+ Premium Benefits

Subscribers to iCloud+ gain access to additional features, including:

  • Expanded cloud storage for high-resolution photos, videos, and files.
  • Private Relay for enhanced browsing privacy.
  • Hide My Email for generating randomized email addresses.
  • HomeKit Secure Video for encrypted home security footage.
  • Custom email domains for personalized iCloud addresses.
  • Family Sharing, allowing up to five people to share an iCloud+ subscription at no extra cost.
Availability

Apple Invites will be available starting February 4, 2025, as a free download from the App Store for iPhone models running iOS 18 or later. Users can also access the service via the web at icloud.com/invites. Some features may vary by region or language, Apple noted in its announcement.

Speaking about the app, Brent Chiu-Watson, Apple’s Senior Director of Worldwide Product Marketing for Apps and iCloud, stated:

With Apple Invites, an event comes to life from the moment the invitation is created, and users can share lasting memories even after they get together. Apple Invites brings together capabilities our users already know and love across iPhone, iCloud, and Apple Music, making it easy to plan special events.