Apple Intelligence Now Smarter with New Features Across All Devices
Apple introduced big updates to its AI system—Apple Intelligence—for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch and Vision Pro.
These improvements include:
Live Translation
Real-time voice and text translation in Messages, FaceTime, and phone calls.
Apple Music now supports live translation and pronunciation of lyrics.
All translations happen on your device, keeping conversations private.
Visual Intelligence
Tap on any text or image on your screen to ask questions, search online, or identify items.
Works with screenshots and inside apps like Etsy.
Apple Maps Improvements
Maps now learns your daily routine and suggests smarter routes.
Keeps a log of places you’ve visited—like cities or landmarks—for easy revisit.
Wallet Upgrades
Create a Digital ID for verifying identity at supported locations (separate from license/passport).
Add and update boarding passes directly in Wallet.
All-New Games App
New app shows all your downloaded games in one place.
Includes a Library tab and a dedicated Apple Arcade section.
Challenges lets you compete with friends, even in some single-player games.
Image Playground & Genmoji
Create custom images and emojis (Genmoji) directly on your device.
Features powered by ChatGPT offer more creative styles and options.
Intelligent Shortcuts
Apple’s Foundation Models let developers add AI features with just a few lines of code.
Shortcuts app now supports smarter, offline automation using Apple Intelligence.
Order Tracking Summary
Apple Intelligence scans your emails for delivery info—even non-Apple Pay orders.
Get clear summaries and alerts in one place.
Third-Party App Integration
Developers can now use Apple’s on-device AI models in their apps.
This allows private and fast AI features—even without internet.
WatchOS 26: Smarter Workouts & Music
Workout Buddy gives real-time audio feedback (pace, distance, comparisons).
Apple Music recommends playlists based on your workout.
Smart Stack shows useful info based on your location—like opening the Workout app at the gym.
macOS Tahoe: Fresh Design & Smarter Tools
New Liquid Glass design with rounded, semi-transparent visuals.
Customize folders with colors, emojis, and backgrounds.
Phone App on Mac
Mac now has the iPhone Phone app with calling, voicemail, and contact support.
Includes new features like Hold Assist from iOS 26.
Smarter Search & Clipboard
Spotlight can now run multi-step Shortcuts directly.
You can also access your clipboard history through Spotlight.
New Features in visionOS 26
Spatial Widgets: Place widgets like Weather, Music, and Clock in your room—they stay where you left them.
Next‑Gen Personas: More realistic avatars with better facial expressions, hair, and profiles.
Immersive Video: Supports 180° and 360° content from Insta360, GoPro, and Canon.
PlayStation VR2 Controller Support: Play with PS VR2 Sense controllers on Vision Pro.
Look to Scroll: Scroll using just your eyes—hands-free and customizable.
Shared Spatial Experiences: Watch 3D movies or collaborate in spatial environments with others.
iPhone Integration: Unlock iPhone and make/receive calls directly from Vision Pro.
Liquid Glass Design: Sleek, translucent UI shared with macOS and iOS.
New Control Center & Folders: Easier navigation and better Home View organization.
Image Playground + Apple Intelligence: Create AI-generated images and enjoy smarter features.
Developer Tools: New APIs, Logitech Muse 3D input support, and secure enterprise options.
Availability
Public rollout likely in fall alongside iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26.
Device compatibility includes: iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPads with A17 Pro, and Macs with M1 or newer chips
Initially available in languages like English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese (simplified), with eight more (Danish, Dutch, etc.) coming by year-end .
Conclusion
Apple Intelligence is now faster, smarter, and more private. You’ll be able to chat across languages, learn from what’s on your screen, express creativity with AI tools, automate tasks, and get order updates—right from your Apple devices, even offline.
Plus, developers can build new intelligent features easily within their apps.