Apple has rolled out its long-awaited generative AI suite, Apple Intelligence, branding it as “AI for the rest of us.” Announced at WWDC 2024, the system augments Apple’s core applications with advanced writing tools, image-generation capabilities, and a redesigned Siri experience.

Key writing functions include summarization, composition, and proofreading, while visual creation is powered by Genmoji and Image Playground. Siri gains contextual awareness and cross-app control, with a more advanced version delayed until 2026. New features such as Visual Intelligence and Live Translation will debut with iOS 26.

Available since October 2024 on iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, Apple Intelligence initially supports U.S. English. Global language support will follow in 2025. The system runs on iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, and devices powered by M1 or later Apple Silicon.

Apple uses a hybrid model: small, on-device AI for privacy and performance, while larger tasks are processed via Private Cloud Compute using secure Apple Silicon servers.

Integration with ChatGPT, provided by OpenAI, extends AI capabilities across Siri and writing functions. Apple has also indicated that Google Gemini may be supported later. Developers can build AI-enabled apps using Apple’s Foundation Models.

Looking ahead, a significant Siri overhaul is expected in 2026, further expanding Apple’s AI roadmap.