Apple Intelligence first launched in the US in October 2024, but now after a nearly 18-month wait, Apple’s AI features appear to be rolling out in China too.
Update: Per Mark Gurman, Apple Intelligence’s China launch was a mistake and it has since been pulled. Apple is apparently still awaiting regulatory approval despite the features having been ready for months. Original story below…
Users report that Apple Intelligence just became available in China
Until today, China was the last part of the world that didn’t yet have access to Apple Intelligence.
Due to requirements from the Chinese government that Apple has to partner with local-based AI companies to develop the features, it’s been a long wait for China-based iPhone users.
But it seems that Apple’s global AI rollout may officially be coming to a close today.
Per multiple user reports, Apple Intelligence has just gone live for users in China.
It appears that iOS 26.4 may be required to gain access to the AI features.
Apple has yet to make an official announcement about the expansion of Apple Intelligence. So it’s always possible this rollout was accidental, or a test.
However, since the release appears to be widespread, it looks as though this was no mistake. Instead, Apple Intelligence’s launch in China seems to finally be here.
We’ll keep you posted with any official update from Apple about the launch or specifics on supported features in China.
Are you based in China, and if so do you see the availability of AI features on your device now? Let us know in the comments.
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