Apple's upcoming AI feature is reportedly set to debut after the initial release of iOS 18.

2024-07-29

Apple's latest artificial intelligence feature will be delayed and will miss the initial release of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, instead making its debut in a subsequent version, iOS 18.1. According to reliable sources, the "Apple Intelligence" feature, originally planned to be launched to users in the software update before October, has been postponed due to the need for more time for debugging and optimization.

This adjustment means that although Apple will introduce a series of major updates including iPhone, iPad, and Mac at the autumn launch event, Apple Intelligence, as one of the highlights, will not be released immediately with iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. Instead, users will have to wait for several weeks until the release of iOS 18.1 to experience this brand-new artificial intelligence feature.

In addition, the full-scale promotion time for other updates showcased at WWDC, such as the upgrade of Siri, may also be extended until 2025. These series of changes indicate that Apple is not only focused on ensuring user experience and product stability but also placing more emphasis on the thorough polishing and testing of new technologies and features.

Overall, while the delayed release of Apple Intelligence may disappoint some users, it also reflects Apple's strict control over product quality and its continuous pursuit of technological innovation.