The next batch of Apple Intelligence features are expected this month via iOS 18.2. Though initial reports hyped a Dec. 2 arrival, it now looks more likely that we’ll see it this week after the release candidate dropped on Thursday.
When Apple Intelligence debuted in October with iOS 18.1, the features were a bit of a letdown. None have revolutionized the way we use Apple devices just yet, and I’ve found myself wanting to turn off the AI-powered notification summaries at times.
The iOS 18.2 feature drop is critical for Apple to build momentum around its flagship AI product. That’s tough to do with a phased rollout; the full Siri overhaul isn’t expected until 2026. Is Apple breadcrumbing us? Perhaps, but since the whole system is a bit nebulous—it’s not a single AI feature, but rather a collection of them baked into the OS—maybe that’s the only way to do it.
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