Apple Intelligence isn’t as big a success story as Apple may have expected
Apple Intelligence, a suite of artificial intelligence features introduced in iOS 18.1, has received mixed reactions. Some capabilities, such as automatically transcribing voice notes and recordings, creating custom emojis, and proofreading, are handy. Others not so much. Apple came under fire for inaccurate notification summaries, particularly those from news apps, and it has temporarily disabled the feature for news and entertainment apps in iOS 18.3.
What’s Powered by Apple Intelligence?
When Apple Intelligence is enabled, you’ll have access to the following features:
- Writing Tools
- ChatGPT Extension via Siri
- Genmoji
- Image Playground
- Image Wand
- Priority Notifications
- Summaries in Mail and Messages
- Notification Summaries
- Reduce Interruptions Focus
Remember, Apple Intelligence is only available on select devices. For example, even if older iPhones can download iOS 18, only handsets like the iPhone 15 Pro and the entire iPhone 16 range support Apple’s AI capabilities.
How to Disable Apple Intelligence
To disable Apple Intelligence, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings Menu
- Scroll down and select “Apple Intelligence”
- Toggle off the switch next to “Apple Intelligence”
Disabling Apple Intelligence is the same process whether you’re using an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Conclusion
Apple Intelligence has received mixed reactions, with some users finding the features useful and others experiencing issues with accuracy. If you’re not satisfied with the performance of Apple Intelligence, you can disable it by following the steps outlined above.
FAQs
Q: What devices support Apple Intelligence?
A: Apple Intelligence is only available on select devices, including the iPhone 15 Pro and the entire iPhone 16 range.
Q: Can I disable Apple Intelligence on my older iPhone?
A: Yes, you can disable Apple Intelligence on your older iPhone by following the steps outlined above.
Q: Will disabling Apple Intelligence affect other features on my device?
A: No, disabling Apple Intelligence will not affect other features on your device.
Q: Can I re-enable Apple Intelligence at a later time?
A: Yes, you can re-enable Apple Intelligence at a later time by following the same steps outlined above.

