Apple’s long-awaited AI features, commonly referred to as Apple Intelligence, will not be available this September alongside the new iPhones. According to reports by Bloomberg News, these advanced AI capabilities are set to miss the initial release of the iPhone and are now expected to be rolled out in October through a software update.
Key Facts About Apple Intelligence Delay
Launch and Compatibility
The Apple Intelligence reported during WWDC in June is going to be released for the first time in October. The beta versions of the iOS 18.1, including the iPadOS 18.1, were launched alongside the AI features of the above with the new release form. It will support all new devices that come with A17 and M series chips, such as:
- iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max
- iPad Pro models released after April 2021
- iPad Air models launched after March 2022
Regulatory Hurdles in the EU for Apple
The launch of Apple’s AI has been delayed partly because of regulatory issues in the EU. Apple also warned that it would not offer its customers in the EU access to phone mirroring, SharePlay screen, and Apple Intelligence until 2024 because of a number of unsolved regulatory uncertainties put on it by the DMA.
These reasons concern regulatory uncertainty as EU regulators press for greater interoperability among Apple products and rival services. Apple has also cautioned that the arrangement could result in compromises on products’ security and privacy aspects.
Conclusion
While Apple Intelligence will supplement the functionality of future devices, we would have to wait a little longer until its full-fledged release in October. EU users, at this juncture, will have to settle for it much later, considering that regulatory issues are to be sorted out. Keep following for updates for more information on Apple’s AI solutions and their availability in your region.
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