A Night Before WWDC24: Siri Gets Supercharged: Top 5 AI Features Coming to iOS 18

Apple's AI Ambitions Take Center Stage

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With just a night left until WWDC 2024, Apple is gearing up to unveil its latest innovations. This year's keynote, set for Monday, June 10th at 1PM ET / 10AM PT, is expected to focus heavily on artificial intelligence (AI), with Siri receiving a significant upgrade. Here's a glimpse into what we can expect from Apple's AI strategy for iOS 18ーApple biggest update ever:

Top 5 AI-Powered Features Coming to iOS 18

1. Siri Gets Smarter: Siri is set for a major overhaul, integrating large language models (LLMs) that enable natural conversation capabilities, improved user personalization, and potentially a partnership with OpenAI for generative AI tools.
   
   
2. Enhanced On-Device Processing: A new AI algorithm will seamlessly switch between LLMs and cloud server processingーwhich termed as Apple Intelligence, based on task complexity, optimizing performance and potentially improving privacy.
   
   
3. Supercharged Assistant: Siri will gain a range of new features, including.

• Photo retouching: Remove unwanted objects from your photos with ease.
• Voice memo transcriptions: Effortlessly transcribe your voice memos into text.
• Suggested replies: Get helpful prompts for composing emails and messages.
• Custom emojis: Generate unique emojis based on the content of your messages.
• Smart message recap: Catch up on important notifications and messages you missed.
  

4. AI Across Your Workflow: AI integration will extend beyond Siri, with features like:

• Improved Safari and Spotlight search: Expect faster and more intelligent search experiences.
• AI-powered music curation: Generate custom playlists based on your mood or preferences with Apple Music.

5. Smarter productivity tools: Get AI-assisted writing in Pages, create slide decks with ease in Keynote, and leverage AI code completion in Xcode (for developers).

 

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Beyond AI: A Look at Other iOS 18 Highlights

• RCS Messaging: Finally! Rich Communication Services (RCS) is expected to land on iOS, enhancing messaging between iPhone and Android users.
• Customizable Home Screen: Unleash your creativity with the ability to change app icon colors and arrange them freely.
• App Updates: Look forward to new features and improvements in Mail, Fitness, Health, and other stock apps.

macOS 15: Refined and Refreshed

Many of the AI-powered features coming to iOS 18 are likely to find their way to macOS 15 as well. Additionally, expect a revamped System Settings app, a redesigned Siri icon, and potential accessibility enhancements.

Hardware: A Mixed Bag?

While last year's WWDC saw a rush of hardware announcements, this year might be a bit different. We might still see M3 or M4 chip upgrades for existing desktops, a new Apple TV, or even an AirPods Max refresh with USB-C charging.

Apple Vision Pro: The Future Unfolds

Expect updates on the Apple Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, including potential expansion to new markets and a sneak peek at features coming in visionOS 2.

How to Watch WWDC24

Don't miss Apple's WWDC 2024 keynote! You can watch it live on Apple's website, the Apple TV app, or on YouTube.

Takeaway

Apple's WWDC 2024 keynote is poised to be a landmark event, showcasing the company's advancements in artificial intelligence. With a smarter Siri, enhanced on-device processing, and a slew of AI-powered features across iOS 18 and potentially macOS 15, Apple is making a strong push towards a more intelligent and user-friendly experience. Whether you're an iPhone user, a Mac enthusiast, or simply interested in the future of technology, WWDC 24 is an event worth tuning in for.