Apple Boosts AI Capabilities in iPhones with iOS 18.2 Update: Customized Emojis and More
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It comes at a time when, of course, people often gift new iPhones and boost their artificial intelligence. At the same time, many will be opening gifts as Apple has rolled out this free software update to a slew of its newest devices. The iOS 18.2 update adds heaps of AI-driven functionality with the most interesting capability-the ability to generate customized emoticons, known as Genmojis, in the brief blink of an eye.
This update, rolled out on Wednesday, further solidifies Apple's push into the AI space, following its October release of tools designed to integrate AI seamlessly across iPhones, iPads, and Macs. With competitors like Samsung and Google already making strides in AI innovation, Apple's latest update aims to take a unique approach to enhance user experience and maintain its edge in the market.
Key Features of iOS 18.2
Genmojis: Users can create custom emoticons using AI assistance as an ideal means to expressing themselves. For a secured environment, Apple has controlled the process of making harmful or hateful imagery.
Image Playground: It is given to the user for drawing AI-designed images and more graphics.
AI-powered Applications: Smart writing assistants as well as summarizing summaries of the email makes fast communication possible.
However, these features are exclusive to newer models. Only iPhones with advanced processors-which start from the premium iPhone 15 and all current iPhone 16 series-will be able to run the AI tools. This means older devices won't be compatible.
A Holiday Upgrade Opportunity
The AI exclusivity on newer iPhones is expected to fuel an upgrade cycle during the holiday shopping season and beyond. Apple is banking on this momentum to bolster its profits, which already hit $94 billion in its last fiscal year ending in September. The buzz around iOS 18.2 and its cutting-edge features has also contributed to Apple’s stock price surging by 30% this year, bringing the company closer to an unprecedented $4 trillion valuation.
Localized AI for the Global Consumer
To gain wider appeal, Apple has customized the English-language versions of its AI for different regions: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, and the UK. This allows it to maintain a native user experience across diverse cultures.
The Apple Approach: Privacy-Friendly AI
While many of Apple's new AI features are similar to what its competitors offer, it has focused on privacy. Most of its AI processing happens directly on the device or within secured Apple data centers. For users wanting to extend the AI experience, Apple has also partnered with OpenAI, giving iPhone users access to advanced capabilities of ChatGPT when necessary.
With iOS 18.2, it's not keeping pace in AI innovation; it's a different path- cutting-edge tech and robust privacy measures -all in the same package, all set to make Apple's newest iPhones must-haves this holiday season for everyone.
