Apple to Launch Apple Intelligence in China in December via iOS 17.3 Update

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Apple to Launch Apple Intelligence in China in December via iOS 17.3 Update, Marking New AI Development in the Tech Sector. As reported by MarsBit via Bloomberg and Fenghuang Tech, the AI platform will debut in mainland China through the iOS 17.3 update, bringing features previously introduced in the U.S. for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The rollout excludes the new Siri AI assistant. Apple received preliminary approval in July and has since coordinated with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology for final clearance. The AI platform will employ a security mechanism co-developed with Alibaba and partner with Baidu for search and Siri-related functionalities. Apple did not respond to requests for comment. This move follows a recent BTC update and signals Apple’s continued expansion of AI capabilities in the Asian market.

Huo Xing Finance reports, citing Phoenix Tech from Bloomberg, that Apple is preparing to launch its AI platform, Apple Intelligence, in mainland China. According to sources, Apple plans to roll out the feature in December via the upcoming iOS 17.3 update, extending capabilities previously launched in the U.S. two years ago on iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices. The sources noted that this launch will not include the new Siri AI assistant or other features announced this year. In July, Apple received preliminary approval to launch Apple Intelligence in China and has recently engaged in further discussions with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to secure official authorization for consumer release. Previous reports indicated that Apple’s AI platform in China employs a security mechanism co-developed with Alibaba and collaborates with Baidu on search and Siri-related functionalities. As of publication, Apple’s spokesperson declined to comment.

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