Since its debut, Apple Intelligence has required the extra step of actually turning it on or opting in. But with the next versions of Apple’s operating systems, the AI-powered feature will be enabled by default.
Enabled automatically for new and upgrading users
The release notes for iOS/iPadOS 18.3 and MacOS 15.3 state that Apple Intelligence will be enabled automatically for new and upgrading users, giving them immediate access to its AI-powered capabilities. Anyone who doesn’t want to use the AI will have to manually turn it off.
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Currently accessible as release candidates, iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and MacOS 15.3 are likely to launch within the next week…