“Apple CEO Suggests Generative AI Arrival on iPhones Later This Year”
During recent smartphone unveilings, Samsung and Google showcased notable AI advancements, setting the stage for Apple’s potential entry into this technological arena. Following the release of Apple’s financial report, CEO Tim Cook subtly hinted at discussions concerning generative AI initiatives later in the year.
There is widespread speculation that these AI functionalities will take the spotlight at the WWDC event in the summer, with expectations of integration into the iPhone 16 series by September.
Tim Cook commented on Apple’s progress in the field of generative AI with the following statement:
Regarding generative AI, which I assume is your primary interest, there is considerable ongoing work internally, as I’ve hinted at previously. Our approach has consistently been to complete work before discussing it and to avoid getting ahead of ourselves. Therefore, we’ll adhere to that principle in this case as well. However, we have some exciting developments that we’re eagerly looking forward to discussing later this year.
Clues within the iOS 17.4 code suggest the potential integration of AI capabilities with Siri, including features such as content summarization and intelligent responses within Messages. Moreover, there are indications of AI improvements in applications like Apple Music, Pages, and Keynote.
Apple seems to be in the midst of deciding on an AI model, with ongoing tests involving both on-device solutions and those reliant on an internet connection. However, reports suggest a leaning towards prioritizing local AI processing over cloud-based features.
