iOS 18 Photos App: A Frustrating Change for Favorites

With the release of iOS 18, Apple has made significant changes to the Photos app, and not all users are thrilled about it. One of the most contentious updates is the relocation of the Favorites album, which many users relied on as a quick access point for their membership QR codes and barcodes.

The New Layout: Where Did Favorites Go?

In iOS 18, Apple has replaced the familiar tabbed navigation with a scrolling interface that some users find cumbersome. The Favorites album, once easily accessible, is now hidden within a feature called Pinned Collections. This change has particularly impacted users who stored screenshots of membership cards and QR codes in their Favorites album for quick access.

Many people, especially those who share memberships with family members, have been using the Favorites album as a convenient way to store membership QR codes without needing to install multiple apps or remember various login credentials. The new layout forces users to scroll through multiple collections to find these essential codes, making what was once a quick process much more time-consuming.

To access your Favorites in the new layout:

• Open the Photos app
• Scroll down to find the Pinned Collections section
• Tap on it to reveal your Favorites among other collections

User Reactions

Feedback from users has been overwhelmingly negative regarding this change. Many have expressed their frustration on forums and social media, particularly those who relied on the Favorites album as a quick way to access shared membership cards. The practice of saving membership QR codes in Favorites was a popular workaround for couples and families sharing memberships, as it eliminated the need to log in and out of different accounts or maintain multiple apps.

Simplify Your Memberships with Shibapass

Amidst these frustrations with iOS 18, there's a silver lining for those who manage multiple memberships. Shibapass offers a simple solution to convert any membership QR code or barcode into an Apple Wallet pass in just three easy steps. No technical knowledge required!

How to Add Membership Cards to Apple Wallet Using Shibapass

1. Take a Screenshot:

   • Simply take a screenshot of your membership QR code or barcode from any app or website.

2. Upload Your Screenshot:

   • Drop your screenshot into Shibapass, and it will automatically detect and extract the QR code or barcode.
   • Choose from various logo options or upload your own to personalize your pass.

3. Generate and Add to Wallet:

   • Give your pass a name, customize its color if desired
   • Click "Generate Passkit" to create your Apple Wallet pass
   • Download and open the pass file to add it to your Apple Wallet

This streamlined process makes managing your memberships effortless. Instead of juggling multiple apps or searching through emails, all your membership cards can be readily available in your Apple Wallet with just a few clicks.