Apple's AI Feature, AppleIntelligence: iPhone 16 Series Launch, But Feature Yet to Arrive

Apple's AI Feature, AppleIntelligence: iPhone 16 Series Launch, But Feature Yet to ArriveAs we move further into August 2024, the buzz surrounding Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series and the official release of iOS 18 continues to grow. Apple is expected to unveil the new iPhone 16 series in September, but the highly anticipated AppleIntelligence AI feature will not be launching alongside it

Apple's AI Feature, AppleIntelligence: iPhone 16 Series Launch, But Feature Yet to Arrive

As we move further into August 2024, the buzz surrounding Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series and the official release of iOS 18 continues to grow. Apple is expected to unveil the new iPhone 16 series in September, but the highly anticipated AppleIntelligence AI feature will not be launching alongside it.

According to recent reports, AppleIntelligence will officially launch with the iOS 18.1 update, while the iPhone 16 series will ship with the initial version of iOS 18. This means users will have to wait a while after the iPhone 16 release to update to iOS 18.1 and experience the AppleIntelligence features showcased at the June launch event. The public release of iOS 18.1 is expected around October.

Despite this, the AppleIntelligence features seen in iOS 18.1 might only be a fraction of Apple's vision presented at the Worldwide Developers Conference.

iPhone 16 Series Lineup and AppleIntelligence Support

This year's iPhone 16 series will continue the current lineup, offering four models: iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16, and iPhone 16 Plus. Notably, all four models will support AppleIntelligence, which could potentially drive more users to purchase the iPhone 16 series.

Current Limitations of AppleIntelligence

While AppleIntelligence will be supported on the iPhone 16 series, it currently faces some limitations:

• China Release Unconfirmed: There have been reports suggesting that AppleIntelligence may not be available in China initially.

• Limited Supported Devices: The current iOS 18.1 developer preview Beta update reveals that AppleIntelligence is only supported on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, along with other products equipped with an M1 chip or newer.

• Language Restrictions: Currently, AppleIntelligence only supports American English, making it unavailable in European markets and China.

Code Information Reveals More Details

Developers recently discovered more information about AppleIntelligence in the update code for iOS 18.1. The code indicates that AppleIntelligence will be applicable to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, but will remain unavailable in the EU and China. Simultaneously, the code for macOS Sequoia 15.1 shows AppleIntelligence support for Macs with M1 and later chips, but it is not yet available in China.

Users Eagerly Awaiting AppleIntelligence Need to Be Patient

Based on current circumstances, users eagerly anticipating the AppleIntelligence feature will need to wait a while longer for its arrival.

AppleIntelligence's Key Features

According to previous leaks, AppleIntelligence will bring significant improvements to the user experience across various aspects, including writing tools and Siri enhancements:

• Writing Tools: Can detect spelling and grammar errors in text, including word choice and sentence structure. Users can choose to accept all suggestions or review them individually and request explanations.

• Siri Improvements: When activating Siri, the edge of the display will have a new glow effect. On Mac, the "Siri" window can be placed anywhere. The glow will respond based on the user's voice. Siri can maintain context between requests, allowing users to engage in continuous conversations, and even if the user changes their mind mid-sentence, Siri can better understand the intent. Siri also has access to Apple's product knowledge and support library, enabling it to answer questions about device features and settings, and even help users find specific system settings.

Arrival of Call Recording Feature

With the advent of the AI feature, Apple has also introduced the much-requested call recording feature. This feature, one of the most sought-after additions in the update, allows users to capture recordings and transcripts simply by tapping the recording button in Notes or the Phone app. AppleIntelligence will generate a summary of the recorded information within Notes, enabling users to quickly grasp the most important details.

Conclusion

Although AppleIntelligence won't be launching alongside the iPhone 16 series, it remains a crucial direction for Apple's future development. As time progresses, AppleIntelligence is expected to evolve and become more refined, offering users a more intelligent and convenient experience.