What AI features can we expect from the iPhone 16, and what's the latest update from Apple?

At WWDC 2024, Apple revealed Apple Intelligence, its new AI service. However, most features will not be available until later this summer. The service will debut with iOS 18 in September as a preview for a subset of users, with a staggered rollout plan over several months.

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AI Features Won't Available

According the recent reports, the larger number of the showcased Apple Intelligence features won't be available for users to try later this summer. When the service officially launches with the stable build of iOS 18 in September, it will be available as a preview and only be accessible to a subset of Apple users in American English. Additionally, users may have to join a waitlist to access some of the features available on iPhone 16.

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It's expected that due to the delayed availability of many new AI features, Apple may roll them out in a phased manner over several months following the release of iOS 18.

Siri 2.0 won't arrive till next year

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Noticeably, most of the revamped Siri features showcased at WWDC 2024 won't be arriving until the following year. This new version of Siri, expected to be introduced with iOS 18 on iPhone 16, is reported to include a new interface, type-to-Siri functionality, improved natural conversation skills, and a broader understanding of Apple products.

Moreover, the integration of Apple Intelligence with ChatGPT may not roll out until next year. In the meantime, Apple is reportedly exploring collaborations with Google and Anthropic to bring their chatbots to iPhones. Similar deals could also be established with Baidu and Alibaba Group in China.