Apple has rolled out an update for its event planning app, Invites. This update brings three changes, with the highlight being a new cohosting feature that allows multiple users to manage an event invitation together.
What Changed in Apple Invites
Apple Invites, designed to compete with digital event planning tools like Evite and Partiful, now lets event organizers add cohosts. It’s like adding an admin to a group chat. Cohosts can assist with managing RSVPs, sending updates, and keeping the event organized without putting all the pressure on the original creator.
As reported by 9to5Mac, the update includes two other changes besides cohosting. However, the cohosting feature stands out as the most noticeable improvement in this release.
Why Cohosting Matters for Event Planning
Previously, only the event creator could make changes or communicate with guests in Apple Invites. This limitation posed challenges for office parties, group birthday dinners, or any shared planning situation. Now, cohosting bridges that gap.
While competing apps have offered this feature for a while, Apple is catching up. Still, for iPhone users already within the Apple ecosystem, having this feature built into the app means they won’t need to switch to a third-party tool.
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What This Means for Everyday Users
If you use Apple Invites for gatherings, this update makes the app more practical for group planning. Instead of relying on one person for all event updates, you can now share responsibilities with a partner, co-worker, or friend.
For those who have stuck with third-party apps because Apple Invites seemed too limited, the cohosting feature provides a solid reason to reconsider. The app is free and already on your iPhone, making it convenient for anyone wanting a straightforward solution without extra sign-ups.
However, Apple Invites is still confined to the Apple ecosystem. If your guests use Android, their experience might be limited compared to other cross-platform options.
Community Reactions
Reactions to the update have been mixed. Some users are pleased to see Apple enhancing Invites instead of neglecting it, while others believe the app still needs improvement to compete with dedicated event planning tools.
A common sentiment in early feedback is that users appreciate the cohosting feature but feel it should have been included at launch. One Reddit user summed it up by saying, “Cool update but this should have been there from day one. Basic stuff.” (r/apple)
What To Watch
- iOS 27 compatibility: Apple is currently beta testing iOS 27. Updates like this one often hint at features that will be highlighted when the new OS launches publicly, likely in September 2026.
- Further Invites updates: With three changes implemented now, keep an eye on whether Apple continues improving Invites throughout the summer or saves bigger updates for the iOS 27 release cycle.
- Ecosystem competition: Apps like Partiful have gained loyal followings among younger users. Apple’s updates for Invites suggest they see event planning as a space worth competing in, and future enhancements may introduce more social features to close the gap.
Maya Torres
Maya Torres is the Consumer Tech Editor at Explosion.com with 7 years covering product launches for major technology publications. She has reviewed over 300 devices across smartphones, laptops, wearables, and smart home products. Maya specializes in translating spec sheets into real-world buying advice and attends CES, MWC, and Apple keynotes as press. Her reviews focus on helping readers decide what to buy, not just what specs look good on paper.
