Apple is diving deeper into the world of AI intelligence, with plans to activate Apple Intelligence as a default setting starting in iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS 15.3. This move, spotted in the release candidate notes by 9to5Mac, signifies a significant shift towards AI-powered features being automatically enabled for new users or those upgrading to the latest operating system versions.
For those wondering about compatibility, Apple Intelligence will only be applicable to devices that support the feature, such as the iPhone 15 Pro and newer models, iPads and Macs equipped with the Apple Silicon M1 chip or later, and the latest version of the iPad mini. With this update, Apple is ensuring that users with compatible devices can seamlessly enjoy the benefits of AI technology.
In the context of macOS 18.3, Apple Intelligence will be activated during the onboarding process for new or upgrading Mac users. This means that users will gain immediate access to Apple Intelligence features once they set up their devices. Should users wish to opt-out of this feature, they can navigate to the Apple Intelligence & Siri Settings pane and turn off the Apple Intelligence toggle. This simple step will disable Apple Intelligence features on their device, providing users with the choice to customize their AI experience.
It is important to note that after updating your device, you will need to manually switch off Apple Intelligence if you prefer not to have access to features like AI notification summaries, Image Playground, and text rewriting tools. To do this, simply head to the Apple Intelligence & Siri Settings pane and toggle the Apple Intelligence option off.
Recently, beta testers of iOS 18.3 discovered an update that will pause AI notification summaries for news and entertainment apps, following an incident where the AI inaccurately summarized a BBC headline. Apple is also working on enhancing the identification of notification summaries on the lock screen, informing users that these summaries “may contain errors.”
As Apple continues to innovate in the realm of AI intelligence, users can expect more AI-powered features and advancements to enhance their digital experience. Stay tuned for further updates and advancements in Apple Intelligence as the tech giant continues to push the boundaries of AI technology.
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