Apple is set to roll out its highly anticipated AI-driven feature suite, Apple Intelligence, with a range of tools designed to transform user productivity and convenience. However, for those eagerly awaiting these enhancements on their new iPhone 16, patience will be required as the features will be gradually introduced.
The debut of Apple Intelligence is scheduled to begin in the US in October this year, with the initial release supporting English language. After this launch, the AI tools will expand to other English-speaking countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and the UK by December. For users in non-English-speaking regions and languages such as Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish, Apple has indicated that these features will be available sometime next year. Currently, there is no confirmed timeline for when Apple Intelligence will be introduced in India.
Apple Intelligence is integrated into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, bringing a host of sophisticated AI-based tools to Apple's ecosystem. One of the standout features is Visual Intelligence, which leverages the camera to provide instant information about objects, such as restaurant menus or event flyers, and can even facilitate adding events directly to your calendar. Additionally, it includes the ability to identify various objects, such as dog breeds, while maintaining user privacy.
A major upgrade is the revamped Siri, which has traditionally struggled to keep pace with competitors. With the advent of Apple Intelligence, Siri is set to receive a significant upgrade. The new Siri will have on-screen awareness, meaning it will use the context of the app or task you are currently engaged with to offer more accurate and relevant responses. It will also have enhanced capabilities to edit photos, integrate them into text messages, and provide detailed, step-by-step guidance if you encounter difficulties with commands.
Apple Intelligence also aims to boost productivity with features such as summarizing emails, prioritizing notifications, and performing detailed searches within Photos. For example, users will be able to search for specific images using descriptive phrases like “Shani dancing in a red dress,” making it easier to locate and manage photos.
To access Apple Intelligence, users will need to have one of the eligible devices. The list of compatible devices includes the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16 series, iPad Pro, and iPad Air, as well as various Mac models including the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, and Mac mini.
For now, users in regions outside of the initial rollout areas will have to wait for the expanded release of these advanced features. This phased approach ensures that Apple Intelligence is rolled out methodically, with a focus on optimizing its performance and user experience across different regions and languages.
