Apple Intelligence Now Rolling Out in India: Check the Full List of Features

Apple has officially started rolling out Apple Intelligence to users in India with the latest iOS 18.4 update, expanding access to a host of AI-powered features. Previously available only in select regions like the US, UK, Europe, and Canada, the latest rollout includes localized English support for India and Singapore, along with language support for French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese.

However, not all iPhones are compatible with these AI-powered tools. Apple Intelligence is exclusively available on the latest iPhone models, including the iPhone 16 series—comprising the iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max—as well as last year’s iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

If you own one of these devices, updating to iOS 18.4 will unlock several AI-driven capabilities, such as Writing Tools, Smart Reply, Clean Up, and Genmoji.

How to Get Apple Intelligence on Your iPhone

To check if the iOS 18.4 update is available for your device, follow these steps:

• Go to Settings > General > Software Update

• If the update is available, tap Download and Install

• If you don’t see it immediately, wait a few hours and check again, as Apple releases updates in phases

New Apple Intelligence Features in iOS 18.4

Apple Intelligence brings a productivity and creativity boost to users with a variety of AI-driven tools. Here’s a breakdown of the major features:

1. Writing Tools: Smarter Text Editing Across Apps

Apple’s Writing Tools allow users to rewrite, proofread, and summarize text seamlessly across various apps, including Mail, Messages, Notes, and third-party applications. This feature is designed to help users improve their writing efficiency and clarity.

2. Smart Reply: AI-Powered Quick Responses

The Smart Reply feature provides instant response suggestions, making communication faster and smoother. It is particularly helpful for multilingual users, as it intelligently adapts responses based on the context.

3. Clean Up: Remove Unwanted Objects from Photos

Apple’s Clean Up tool enhances the photo-editing experience by enabling users to erase unwanted objects from images effortlessly, maintaining the natural background for a seamless look.

4. Genmoji: Create Personalized Emojis

With Genmoji, users can generate unique and personalized emojis based on descriptions or photos. This takes emoji customization to the next level and makes messaging more expressive and fun.

5. Image Playground: Easy Custom Image Creation

This feature allows users to generate creative images using Apple Intelligence. Whether for fun or professional use, users can easily create and customize visuals within apps.

6. Photos App Upgrades: Smarter Search and AI-Generated Memories

The Photos app now includes natural language search, allowing users to find specific photos or video moments simply by describing them in plain language. Additionally, the Memories feature can generate AI-created video montages based on text descriptions.

Visual Intelligence: Identify Objects Around You

One of the most innovative features in Apple Intelligence is Visual Intelligence, which allows users to point their iPhone camera at objects to receive information about them. For example, scanning a flower will provide details like its name, growing conditions, and whether it can be replanted.

• On iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, and iPhone 16 Pro, the Capture button triggers this feature.

• On iPhone 16e, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, users can activate Visual Intelligence by long-pressing the Action button.

System-Wide Support for Indian Languages

Apple has further enhanced regional accessibility by adding system-wide support for 10 Indian languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Punjabi, and Marathi. This means users can not only type and chat in their preferred language but also navigate system settings in their chosen language, including the Calendar, Settings app, and lock screen date and time.

Siri Gets Smarter with ChatGPT Integration

With the iOS 18.4 update, Siri has become more conversational, allowing users to seamlessly switch between text and voice inputs while retaining context across multiple queries. Additionally, Apple has integrated ChatGPT into Siri and Writing Tools, enabling users to generate content, get image descriptions, and analyze documents without switching between apps.

Apple ensures that ChatGPT access is optional, and user privacy is strictly maintained. No data is stored or tracked unless an account is connected.

Enhanced Notification Management

• Priority Notifications highlight important messages to prevent missing crucial information.

• Reduce Interruptions Mode filters out unnecessary alerts for a distraction-free experience.

• The Notes and Phone apps now support audio transcription and summarization, allowing users to extract key points from voice recordings.