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Apple Intelligence: How It Works And What It Can Do

December 19, 2024 / by Gracey Maala / 4 mins read

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the landscape of technology, and smartphones have been pushed at the forefront of this evolution. Of course, Apple is not one to be left behind as they harness the power of AI to enhance the user experience on its iOS devices. Apple Intelligence is making iOS devices smarter, more capable, and helpful. Let’s discover more about it and how it works!

 

What is Apple Intelligence?

From Apple Official Website

 

Apple Intelligence is a collective term for the various AI and machine learning technologies that Apple integrates into its iOS devices. These technologies are designed to work in the background, learning your habits and preferences to provide a more personalized and intuitive user experience.

 

How does it work?

Apple Intelligence combines on-device and cloud processing to deliver a powerful and private AI experience. Your iPhone or iPad handles quick tasks and keeps your data secure, while the cloud tackles more complex computations for advanced features. According to Apple, this hybrid approach ensures both speed and privacy, making Apple Intelligence a seamless and trustworthy assistant.

 

What can Apple Intelligence do?

Apple Intelligence is used to enhance a wide range of features and apps on iOS, including:

  • Writing tools Apple Intelligence can help you improve your writing by rewriting hastily written notes, adjusting the tone of your messages, and proofreading your text.

  • Photo and video search The Photos app uses AI to identify people, places, and objects in your photos, making it easier to search and organize your memories. It also uses AI to create stunning photo and video memories, complete with music and transitions.

  • Emoji and image creation You can create new emojis by describing them with text or generating images based on your descriptions.

  • Communication Apple Intelligence can summarize your mail and notifications and prioritize important messages.

  • Learning about the world around you With the new camera controls in iPhone 16, you can instantly learn about things you see in the real world by pointing your camera at them. For example, you can use it to find information on anything from restaurants, events, dog breeds, products, and more.

  • Siri improvements Siri will be able to understand you better with richer language understanding. It will also be able to follow along if you stumble over your words and give you step-by-step guidance on how to do things on your iPhone. Siri can also take many new actions in your apps, such as updating contacts or adding photos to albums.

  • ChatGPT integration Apple has now integrated ChatGPT into iOS, providing a powerful language model for tasks like drafting emails, generating creative text formats, and even providing information on complex topics.

 


From Apple Official Website

 

Compatible devices

Apple Intelligence will initially be available in beta on specific devices with Siri and device language set to U.S. English. The rollout begins with iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia later this year on:

  • iPhone 16 series

  • iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max

  • iPad Pro (M1 and later)

  • iPad Air (M1 and later)

  • MacBook Air (M1 and later)

  • MacBook Pro (M1 and later)

  • iMac (M1 and later)

  • Mac mini (M1 and later)

  • Mac Studio (M1 Max and later)

  • Mac Pro (M2 Ultra)

Some features and additional languages will be coming over the next year.

 

The future of Apple Intelligence

 

Apple’s commitment to AI research and development ensures we can anticipate even more impressive features in the future. As AI continues to advance, Apple Intelligence is set to play a central role in shaping our iOS experience, making our devices even more personalized, capable, and user-friendly.

Apple Intelligence represents a significant step forward in AI-powered assistance, showcasing the potential to enhance productivity, creativity, and overall user experience. It is just one example of how AI transforms our digital experiences. So, if you’re excited about the future of technology and want to stay ahead of the curve, be sure to explore the Next Upgrade Shop for the latest and greatest tech finds!


Author

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Gracey Maala

Associate Editor

Gracey is the associate editor of Next Upgrade, working as the cheerful sidekick of the editorial board. She also leads writing for the Technology section and loves to explore all things tech! During her free time, she enjoys watching movies and series and bonding with her mom, three cats, and a dog.

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