IT Home On October 31, according to feedback from IT Home readers, Apple's China official website launched an introduction page for Apple Intelligencetoday, noting that the first batch of core Apple Intelligence features will be released later this year.
Apple announced today that the first Apple Intelligence features will soon launch in China, and has reached a partnership with Alibaba to integrate Qwen into some experiences. This is the first substantive implementation progress for the mainland China version of Apple Intelligence since its release in 2024.
This series of Apple Intelligence features will open for testing starting November 4 with the latest iOS developer Beta,and will be released to Chinese users with the official release of iOS 27.3 in December. Support for other platforms will be rolled out after necessary approvals are obtained.
Apple's China official website also lists devices compatible with Apple Intelligence:iPhone 15 Pro and newer models all support Apple Intelligence。
IT Home includes the content of the introduction page below:
Communication
Stay closer, block distractions smartly.
Apple Intelligence simplifies everyday communication and helps you stay focused. Live Translation lets you communicate across languages without barriers; Writing Tools help you choose the right words and phrases; and Priority Notifications help minimize distractions as much as possible.
Try these new features to help you write, capture key points, and communicate efficiently.
Turn on Live Translation to automatically translate text in the Messages app, display live translated subtitles during FaceTime calls, and provide voice translation for calls in the Phone app. If you're wearing AirPods, it can even translate what the other person says directly for you to hear.
Record content in Notes or during calls and generate summaries; emails in the Mail app can also be summarized with just a tap.
The Reduce Interruptions Focus mode highlights notifications that may need your timely attention. Priority notifications are stacked at the top as a summary, so important matters are clear at a glance.
The Show Priority Mail feature places time-sensitive emails at the top of your inbox, such as an invitation due today or a check-in reminder for a flight this afternoon.
Images
Smart image features, full of highlights.
Use the Clean Up tool to remove distractions from photos with a tap; describe what's on your mind and a customized memory movie is instantly generated; describe what you want to find and the corresponding photos and videos are easily at hand; you can even create images with Genmoji based on your friends.
Remove distracting elements from photos, create unique Genmoji, and craft your own personalized memory movies
You can use the Clean Up tool in the Photos app to remove distractions from your images. Apple Intelligence recognizes various background elements, letting you remove blemishes with just a tap, delivering even better results while preserving the photo's original look.
Create your own Genmoji to express your one-of-a-kind personality. Simply type a description or mix and match your favorite emoji to create fun, novel works. You can even create Genmoji based on family and friends, with plenty of options to explore—like customizing a hairstyle to match your friend's new look.
Customize memory movies right in the Photos app to create the story you envision. Just type a description, and Apple Intelligence will find matching photos and videos. Then, based on the themes it identifies, it designs a storyline and unique plot, arranging the footage into a skillfully structured narrative film.
In the Photos app, simply describe what you're looking for to easily find the corresponding photos and videos. Apple Intelligence can even locate the specific moments within a video that match your search description and show them to you directly.
Visual Intelligence
See through everything, through the lens.
Everything in front of you can be explored further. Instantly get a summary of what you're viewing, and get immediate answers to all kinds of questions—like how to turn the ingredients in your fridge into a feast. You can also search seamlessly across your favorite apps, like finding out where to buy the stylish jacket your friend is wearing.
Productivity
Get more done, without the hassle.
Siri is at your beck and call, a great helper for your daily tasks. Now asking Siri to do things is easier and more natural than ever. With a refreshed design and richer language understanding, you can even type to Siri—whatever works best for you. Plus, Siri can tap into Qianwen's broad world knowledge when needed.
An even better helper—check out Siri's impressive skills
Siri makes its debut with an all-new look, with an elegant glow surrounding the edges of the screen, blending seamlessly into the experience of using the entire system.
If speaking isn't convenient, you can double-tap at the bottom of the iPhone screen, then type to give Siri instructions from anywhere in the system.
Privacy
Formidable capability, and a tight seal on your secrets.
Apple Intelligence is designed with precision and safeguards at every step, keeping your personal privacy thoroughly protected. It is built into the core of your iPhone and powered by powerful on-device processing. When you use Apple Intelligence, no one but you can access your data—not even Apple.
Qwen, integrated as one
Now, users in mainland China can not only experience various features powered by models built by Apple, but can also choose to extend certain Apple Intelligence features, such as Siri, Visual Intelligence, and Writing Tools, through Qwen.