Since the launch of the iPhone 16 Series last month, Apple Intelligence has been a hot topic of discussion in the tech community. Although the iPhone 16 series is already available to the customers for sale, the other Apple fans are still waiting for Apple Intelligence or the Apple AI to be available to them. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple will roll out Apple Intelligence in four stages. In accordance with the announcement, the first update will be available to the general public on 28th October.
Furthermore, Gurman claimed that the first update, or the iOS 18.1 will be equipped with very limited Apple Intelligence features. As of now, for the general public, there shall be one notable feature, the Notification summaries. This particular feature will compile notifications from various apps for the users including third-party apps into a concise view.
The second phase of Apple’s rollout, iOS 18.2, is set to launch in December 2024, bringing several exciting new features, including ChatGPT integration, an Image Playground, and a Genmoji generation tool. With the integration of ChatGPT, users will be able to receive AI-generated responses directly within conversations and apps, provided they grant permission.
This feature will enable more dynamic, instant answers to questions, prompts, and requests, making interactions smoother and more intuitive. Whether you’re seeking information, help with tasks, or engaging in casual chat, ChatGPT will be there to assist in real-time.
Another standout feature is Apple’s Genmoji, integrated directly into the keyboard. Users will be able to generate personalized emojis simply by providing a description. The system will instantly generate a matching emoji that complements the flow of any conversation, offering a unique and fun way to express emotions and ideas. This feature aims to elevate personalization in messaging, turning every chat into a more vivid and creative experience.
The Image Playground feature will further enhance iOS 18.2’s creative capabilities. It will allow users to generate original, playful images within seconds. Whether you’re creating visuals for fun, enhancing conversations, or just exploring creativity, Image Playground will make it easy to bring your imagination to life with minimal effort.
The third phase, iOS 18.3, is expected to be released in January 2025, but it will be a relatively minor update. The more significant changes will come with iOS 18.4, scheduled for release in March 2025. This major update will feature a redesigned Siri, enhancing its functionality. Siri will now be able to interact with apps on your phone to perform tasks based on your requests. Moreover, it will be capable of analyzing personal data to provide more accurate and personalized answers to your questions.
The complete details are yet to be unveiled, yet these information shall provide us an idea of what Apple will roll out Apple Intelligence and what all features it will entail.
