Don’t call it ai, but Apple’s long-awaited take on artificial intelligence is finally rolling out today. Well, in a limited way, at least. The developer betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 have just gone live, and they include some of the first Apple Intelligence features available to a broader, public group of testers. To be clear, this isn’t the full release that was rumored to be delayed until October. These updates are part of an early preview for developers to try out.
How to get the new Apple Intelligence features
Starting today, those with Apple developer accounts will be able to update their software and go into their settings to see a new option for Apple Intelligence. There, they'll have to join a waiting list, though it shouldn't take more than a few hours until they get access to the new features.
It’s important to note that you must have an iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max to use the new Apple Intelligence features in the iOS 18.1 developer beta, or an iPad or Mac with an M1 chip or newer for the iPadOS 18.1 preview. You’ll also be running software that may be unstable or buggy, so be sure to back up your device before installing the developer beta.
What Apple Intelligence features are available now?
Once you've gained access, Apple will send a notification to your device. New features you'll be able to play with in this beta include writing tools to correct, rewrite, or summarize text. You'll also have the ability to create Memories in the redesigned Photos app, as well as some of Siri's updated features, like writing to the assistant and having it understand if you stutter.
Features not yet available include Genmoji, ChatGPT integration, and personal context and in-app actions for Siri. More should be coming in future betas, and as a reminder, the full, general release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia is expected to take place later this year.
