Apple Intelligence now also available in German
With iOS 18.4, the « Apple Intelligence » AI will also be available in German and nine other languages-including French, Italian and Spanish. This opens up for iPhone and iPad users in the European Union New possibilities because you can access the extended functions for the first time.
The functions of « Apple Intelligence » include summarizing emails and messages, creating individual emojis and receiving information via voice control. The data processing is largely locally on the device, whereby more complex inquiries are handled via a secure cloud connection. If desired, this is also available Chatgpt system from Openaai available.
Apple Intelligence: AI for the iPhone thanks to iOS 18.4 now available in German
Apple’s AI system was initially not available in the European Union, since there were previously regulatory uncertainties in the EU, especially through the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)gave. After intensive negotiations with the EU Commission, however, Apple was able to ensure that the AI functions correspond to the comparatively strict European regulations.
The « Apple Intelligence » can be used on various newer Apple devices, including all iPhone 16 and Premium iPhone 15 models (Pro, Pro Max), as well as on Macs with M1, M2 and M3 chips and modern iPads with M1-chip and the iPad mini from the 7th generation with at least 8 GB RAM. Due to these innovations, Apple positions itself more in the field of artificial intelligence and offers its users more extensive opportunities and functionalities in Europe.
iOS 18.4 – improvements for Siri continue to be delayed
A small damper for Apple is that Delay of the optimized assistance software Sirithat will only offer new AI functions in the coming year, even though a start for spring was expected.
