Apple has updated its devices to turn on **Apple Intelligence** by default, but this comes with a twist: news apps will no longer receive AI-driven summaries. The update, which includes iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3, aims to streamline user experience while testing the company’s advanced AI capabilities.
Apple Intelligence is designed to simplify complex information by rewriting text, generating visuals, or summarizing long messages. However, rolling out the feature as a default for supported devices could potentially confuse users unfamiliar with how it works. For those who want Apple Intelligence disabled in news apps, they must navigate to the settings and turn it off manually.
This move follows similar backlash from users and competitors like Google and Microsoft, which had to backtrack after their AI features generated misleading or incorrect information. Users upgrading to iOS 18.3 will automatically have Apple Intelligence enabled during onboarding, but Apple has assured that the feature is still in beta testing globally.
The company emphasized that this update is part of a cautious rollout process to ensure it has enough resources and support for its AI tools. While users can opt out now, Apple plans to reintroduce news-related AI features in a future update after further testing.
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/27/apple-turns-its-ai-on-by-default-in-latest-software-update.html