Apple Inc. recently announced the official launch of its latest artificial intelligence service, Apple Intelligence, on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The first set of features is being rolled out to users with the software updates for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1. Apple Intelligence leverages Apple's powerful chip technology to provide language and image comprehension, enabling cross-application operation and simplifying daily tasks, all while ensuring privacy protection.

Apple has announced that its Apple Intelligence technology will officially debut next week with the iOS 18.1 update. Renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman revealed that the release date for iOS 18.1 is set for October 28. In iOS 18.1, Apple Intelligence will introduce a suite of new features, including writing tools for text proofreading and rewriting, photo cleanup, notification summaries, and enhanced functionalities for Siri. These updates will provide iPhone users with a richer experience.

Apple recently announced a significant move to provide more users with the opportunity to test its latest software updates. This update will not only inject artificial intelligence into the virtual assistant Siri but will also enable multiple automation features on the upcoming iPhone 16 series, drawing widespread attention from the industry. Starting Thursday, Apple opened the free update of iOS 18.1 to registered testing users. It is noteworthy that currently, only two high-end iPhone models released last year are equipped with the powerful processors needed to run the new AI features.

Apple recently released the iOS 18.1 developer preview Beta update for iPhone users, with the most notable new feature being the introduction of Apple Intelligence. However, this feature is currently in testing phase and only partially available, and it is temporarily unavailable on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max sold in China.

Apple has released the developer beta of iOS 18.1, introducing AI call recording and transcription capabilities that allow users to tap the 'Record' button during calls to start recording and automatically generate a transcript after the call, which is stored in Notes. This feature is particularly useful for users who need to document important phone conversations, such as journalists or patients communicating with doctors. Additionally, this version includes natural language search in Photos, an email summary feature in Mail, and design updates for Siri. However, the AI-enhanced Siri features are expected to launch in 2025.

Apple has launched the developer beta for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, introducing AI features for the first time, but currently available only in the United States with no activation for China region iPhones. Core functionalities include updates to the Siri interface and contextual consistency, intelligent replies and summaries in Mail, and natural language search in the Photos app. Apple plans to gradually expand AI features by 2025. Installation requires joining a waiting list via specific devices. Additionally, Apple has released iOS 18 with new features.

Gurman revealed that this feature will begin beta testing for developers this week. However, the public release is expected to be delayed until a few weeks after Apple announces major updates for products like iPhone, iPad, and Mac in September. This means that the new AI feature is likely to officially launch with the iOS 18.1 version.