Apple Intelligence Will Be Enabled by Default in iOS 18.3

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.
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.
Apple’s iOS 18.3 Update Brings Visual Intelligence to iPhones: Here’s How to Try It
Apple has started rolling out the iOS 18.3 update for eligible iPhones, introducing a host of AI-powered features under its Apple Intelligence initiative. Originally unveiled during the iPhone 16 launch event,
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.
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.
macOS Sequoia 15.3 and iOS 18.3 Enable Apple Intelligence Automatically
When installing macOS Sequoia 15.3, iOS 18.3, or iPadOS 18.3, Apple Intelligence will be turned on automatically on compatible devices, Apple says
iOS 18.3 update enables Apple Intelligence on iPhones, introduces Visual Intelligence
In addition to iPhones, Apple Intelligence is being enabled by default on eligible iPads and Macs with the iPadOS 18.3 and macOS 15.3 updates, respectively. Notably, Visual Intelligence is exclusive to the iPhone 16 series, featuring a dedicated camera control button.
Apple Intelligence Now Default On iPhones With iOS 18.3; Includes New Visual Intelligence Feature
In addition, Apple introduces Visual Intelligence, which works similarly to Google Lens but with extra functionality. By pointing your iPhone’s camera at an object, you can ask Siri questions about it, providing instant context or answers about things like landmarks, plants, or everyday items.
Apple Intelligence is enabled by default in iOS 18.3
For users new or upgrading to macOS 18.3, Apple Intelligence will be enabled automatically during Mac onboarding. Users will have access to Apple Intelligence features after setti
Apple Intelligence, previously opt-in by default, enabled automatically in iOS 18.3
Apple Intelligence will only be enabled by default for hardware that supports it. For the iPhone, that's just the iPhone 15 Pro series, iPhone 16 series, and iPhone 16 Pro series. It goes further back on the iPad and Mac—Apple Intelligence works on any model with an M1 processor or newer.
Apple Intelligence turned on by default in upcoming macOS Sequoia 15.3, iOS 18.3
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Starting next week, you’ll need to turn off Apple Intelligence if you don’t want it
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