
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
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Apple Intelligence has finally arrived.
Apple on Monday officially released its first Apple Intelligence features, via its latest software iOS 18.1 which is now available in the U.S. for download. The tech giant is rolling out the new tech in a phased approach, with a number of AI-enhanced features it has touted still not available.
The first sampling of Apple Intelligence features now available through iOS 18.1 includes improvements to Siri which, according to Apple's announcement, has a more sophisticated look and "natural-sounding voice" and more advanced conversational skills. Other AI-powered features include new writing and summary tools, and enhanced photo-editing capabilities.

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