Apple Intelligence Features Released in the U.S.
Apple has officially released its first Apple Intelligence features in the U.S. through its iOS 18.1 software. These new AI-powered tools are being rolled out in a phased approach, with some features still unavailable.
Siri: Siri has a more natural-sounding voice and improved conversational skills.
New AI-powered tools for writing and summarizing text.
Enhanced photo-editing capabilities, including a "Clean Up" tool to remove unwanted objects from photos.
AirPods Pro can now operate as hearing aids for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
Genmoji: Ability to create personalized emojis.
Integration of the popular ChatGPT language model.
Apple Intelligence is only compatible with the latest iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices equipped with the latest Apple Pro chips. Additionally, both the device and Siri language must be set to U.S. English.
Some tech experts believe users might be underwhelmed by the current AI capabilities of iOS 18.1. They emphasize that the rollout is happening in stages and more features will be added later.
The release of Apple Intelligence features marks a significant step in Apple's integration of AI into its devices. While the initial offerings may seem limited, the company plans to expand its AI capabilities over time.