Apple has finally released its long-awaited AI features with the latest iOS 18.1 update, and we’ve got the inside scoop on three key features that you’ll realistically use every day.
To take advantage of these new technologies, you need an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro (or their Plus and Max variants) running iOS 18.1 and access to Apple Intelligence turned on.
The first feature is the ability to summarize emails in the Mail app. Tap the Summarize button at the top of a message to view a rundown of the contents in a few dozen words. You can also generate summaries for notifications from third-party apps like news or social media, although these may not always be accurate.
A second feature is an improved Siri experience with a modern look and better interaction. The new design is only available on devices that support Apple Intelligence, but it includes features such as being more forgiving if you make mistakes while asking questions and listening after delivering results. However, personalizing answers based on what Apple Intelligence knows about you is not currently available.
The third feature is the introduction of a “Clean Up” tool in the Photos app, which uses AI to remove distractions from your images. When editing an image and tapping the Clean Up button, the iPhone analyzes the photo and suggests potential items to remove by highlighting them. You can then tap one or draw a circle around an area to erase it.
While not perfect, these features demonstrate Apple’s commitment to integrating AI into everyday usage on its devices.
Source: https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/3-apple-intelligence-features-youll-embrace-in-ios-18-1