According to Bloomberg, Apple is set to introduce brand-new AI features in iOS 18, which will operate entirely on the device without relying on cloud servers. Gurman mentioned that the initial set of these new features will run entirely on the device. The advantage of this change is that it doesn’t require an internet connection, making it more secure and reliable.

However, Apple is still collaborating with companies like Google, OpenAI, and Baidu in discussions regarding some cloud-based AI features, such as generative AI. Although iOS 18 is not expected to include Apple’s own chatbot similar to ChatGPT, it’s still uncertain whether Gemini or other chatbots will be directly integrated into iOS 18.

Reports suggest that iOS 18 will bring new generative AI features to applications such as Spotlight search, Siri, Safari, Shortcuts, Apple Music, Messages, Health, Numbers, Pages, Keynote, and more. According to Gurman’s previous reports, generative AI will significantly enhance Siri’s ability to answer complex questions and allow the Messages app to automatically complete sentence inputs, which positively impacts user experience.

It’s worth noting that as Apple actively procures AI servers, some analysts believe that there might be some proprietary cloud-based generative AI features in the future. It’s evident that Apple places great importance on investment and development in artificial intelligence.

Apple will officially unveil iOS 18 and other software updates at the annual WWDC developer conference from June 10th to 14th. At that time, we will learn more details about the new version of iOS.

Editorial Comment: Overall, as AI technology advances, people’s demands for intelligent devices and applications are increasing. Apple enhances its product competitiveness by strengthening research and development of AI features, undoubtedly bringing users more convenient and efficient user experiences, in the editor’s opinion.