Big Anticipation for iOS 18: AI as the Heart of Innovation
Apple, the tech giant from Cupertino, is reportedly preparing the most ambitious iPhone operating system update in recent years. According to reliable reports from Mark Gurman, a veteran Bloomberg journalist, via his “Power On” newsletter, the main focus of iOS 18 will be the deep integration of artificial intelligence (AI), accompanied by significant overhauls of several built-in applications.
Apple’s AI Strategy: Integration, Not Standalone Chatbots
While many tech companies are racing to launch standalone AI chatbots, Apple is reportedly choosing a different approach. Instead of introducing its own chatbot this year, Apple plans to integrate AI capabilities directly into existing apps and features, fundamentally changing the user experience. The main goal is to boost iPhone sales by offering intelligent capabilities that have never been seen before.
Cross-Platform AI Collaboration: OpenAI, Google, and Baidu
To realize its AI ambitions, Apple is reportedly in discussions with several major players in the AI industry. Intensive talks are underway with OpenAI for the potential integration of the GPT model into iOS features. Not only that, Google with Gemini AI and Baidu with Ernie AI (specifically for the Chinese market) are also mentioned as potential partners. This suggests that Apple may adopt a hybrid strategy, leveraging the advantages of different AI models for specific tasks.
Anticipated AI Features: From Summarization to Text Creation
Although the details of the upcoming AI features have not yet been fully revealed, Gurman provides some interesting clues. iOS 18 is expected to offer features such as automatic text generation, article summarization in Safari, and summaries of missed notifications. These capabilities will likely be supported by Apple’s internal AI model, “Ajax,” but it does not rule out collaboration with external models to optimize performance and functionality.
Transformation of Native Applications and Interface Flexibility
In addition to the focus on AI, Apple is also reported to be overhauling at least four built-in iOS apps: Mail, Notes, Photos, and Fitness. These changes not only include a fresh visual design but also the addition of new features that will enrich functionality and the user experience. The specific details of these changes remain a mystery, but public anticipation is already very high.
Home Screen Customization and Surprises for iPadOS
One of the most exciting interface updates is the new flexibility in arranging apps on the Home Screen. Users are no longer limited by a rigid grid, but can place app icons anywhere they want. This is a major change that will give users more customization control. Not only the iPhone, but iPadOS is also rumored to get a long-awaited feature: a built-in calculator app, finally!
Waiting for the Official Announcement at WWDC 2024
It is important to emphasize that all the information above is still rumor and has not been officially confirmed by Apple. The complete vision and definitive features of the new iOS 18 will only be fully revealed at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024, scheduled for June 10th. Apple fans around the world are certainly eagerly awaiting how this update will shape the future of the iPhone.
