Apple Intelligence is the set of AI features built into Apple's iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch and Vision Pro software, running on the device where it can and on Apple's private servers when needed.
In plain words
Much of the work runs on the device itself, so the system can use your personal information without collecting it. Bigger jobs go to larger models on Apple's Private Cloud Compute, which Apple says does not store your data or make it accessible to Apple. Features include image generation in Image Playground, custom Genmoji, live translation of messages and calls, and the new Siri AI. App developers can use the on-device models too, and those features work offline.
A quick example
Imagine you get a text in Spanish during a FaceTime call with a friend abroad. With Live Translation switched on, Messages translates the text automatically and FaceTime shows translated captions as your friend speaks.
Where you'll meet it
- Writing, image and translation features in Apple's own apps.
- Third-party apps built on Apple's on-device models.
Related
Sources
- DocsApple Intelligence and Siri, Apple · read 29 Sept 2026
- DocsHow to get Apple Intelligence, Apple Support · read 22 Oct 2026
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