Apple Intelligence Is Now on by Default

If Apple Intelligence is so great, why doesn’t Apple trust us to turn it on?
Apple is plowing full speed ahead into minefield that's also somehow replete with both asteroids and icebergs.
Apple Intelligence will be automatically switched on for iOS 18.3
If you're on the fence about Apple Intelligence features on your iPhone, just know they'll be automatically installed with the next iOS update. According to Apple's beta developer notes, Apple Intelligence will automatically be switched on when you install iOS 18.
Apple Intelligence Is Now on by Default, but You Can Turn It Off
The iOS 18.3 release candidate's notes are available, and Apple is being very clear about its plans to turn AI on by default for all compatible iPhones.
Starting next week, you’ll need to turn off Apple Intelligence if you don’t want it
Still, Apple Intelligence is clearly labeled as “Beta” and it feels premature to make any beta features opt-out rather than opt-in. To disable Apple Intelligence, open Settings, select Apple Intelligence & Siri, and flip the toggle switch to turn it off.
Apple Intelligence is enabled by default in iOS 18.3
The next big update for your iPhone, iPad, or Mac may automatically turn notification summaries and other AI-powered features unless you go into the settings and switch it off.
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After much anticipation, Apple introduced its generative AI suite last October with the release of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1. Initially, "Apple Intelligence"
iOS 18.3 automatically enables Apple Intelligence for users, requires opt-out to disable
Apple Intelligence is being enabled by default starting in iOS 18.3, a big change that shows Apple’s confidence in the AI features.
Apple Intelligence Will Be Enabled by Default in iOS 18.3: How to Opt Out
Anyone who downloads Apple's upcoming software updates will have to take a few steps to disable Apple Intelligence.
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