Apple Invites App Updated With New Widget Options
The latest app update lets you manually manage guest RSVPs and adds a new extra-large Home Screen widget.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Home Organization
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Apple has released version 1.12.1 of its Apple Invites app, which launched in February 2025. This update introduces an extra-large Home Screen widget and gives hosts the ability to manually add guests and track their RSVP status.
Why it matters
These changes offer more granular control for family event planning by simplifying guest management directly from the home screen. The update is now available to users who manage their events through the Apple platform.
Version 1.12.1 is available now, requiring an iCloud+ subscription with at least 50GB of storage, which costs $0.99 per month. While hosting requires this paid plan, recipients can still RSVP to events for free on any device.
The players
Apple
A technology company known for its hardware, software, and cloud-based ecosystem that frequently updates consumer productivity tools.
The details
The update is distributed via the App Store and integrates directly with your device's interface. To use the new event creation features, you must maintain an active iCloud+ plan. Hosts can navigate the app to manually input guest names and update their RSVP responses, while the new extra-large widget provides a direct view of event details on the home screen.
Timeline
February 2025: The Apple Invites app was initially released.
October 14, 2026: Version 1.12.1 of the application was released.
The Home Front
This update follows the broader industry trend of tying specialized household productivity tools to tiered cloud storage subscriptions. The move integrates the Apple Invites app more deeply into the existing iCloud+ subscription ecosystem.
If you use the app, check the App Store to ensure your device has downloaded version 1.12.1. Confirm that your iCloud+ subscription is active and provides at least 50GB of storage to maintain full access to event creation and guest management features.
The takeaway
The latest Apple Invites update simplifies event logistics by allowing hosts to manually track RSVPs from a larger home screen view. Users should update their app to version 1.12.1 and confirm their 50GB iCloud+ storage plan is active.
Further reading
For tips on keeping your household schedule synchronized, see our guide to Home Organization.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MacRumors.
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