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Tom's Guide
21-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Apple Intelligence could get a shot in the arm from app developers with iOS 19 — here's how
iOS developers could soon start building AI features directly into their apps using Apple's own AI models. According to a recent Bloomberg report, Apple plans to introduce a new software development kit (SDK) in iOS 19 that will make it easier for app developers to add AI features, and potentially create their own. This SDK will feature the same large language models that Apple is currently using for Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools, Genmoji, and Image Playground. However, the SDK will initially be focused on smaller models that run on-device, meaning developers likely won't be able to delegate tasks to external servers. This release is likely due to many of Apple's features not yet seeing widespread adoption compared to the likes of Google Gemini. Currently, developers can add certain Apple Intelligence features to apps but they can't create new ones without the help of third-party models. Apple's new SDK could mitigate this, giving users more opportunities to get on the Apple Intelligence bandwagon. There's little doubt that Apple's AI rollout has had a lot of issues, especially when it comes to getting features to users. The first hurdle was that any user with a phone older than the iPhone 15 Pro and onwards wasn't able to make use of Apple Intelligence in the first place. If that wasn't bad enough, many of the improved Siri features revealed for iOS 18 during WWDC 2024 were delayed until iOS 19 because they didn't work as intended. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Apple has also been asked to comply with an EU ruling that will allow European users to select a different default AI on their devices in the EU countries. The release of this SDK seems like a decent initial solution from Apple when it comes to getting its AI features in front of customers. We expect to hear more on this (as well as the future of Apple Intelligence in general) at WWDC 2025, which kicks off next month on Monday, June 9.
Tom's Guide
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Custom emojis are here — how to use Genmoji with Apple Intelligence
Genmoji, Apple's innovation powered by Apple Intelligence, brings a creative twist to your conversations by letting you design custom emojis on demand. You're no longer limited to the standard emoji library; now, you can craft personalized expressions that perfectly capture your mood, inside jokes, or unique ideas. This AI-powered tool transforms simple text prompts into custom emoji creations in seconds, allowing you to further express yourself in messages. Whether you want a cat riding a skateboard while eating pizza, or a more personalized take on a classic emoji, Genmoji can bring your imagination to life. Here's everything you need to know about how to create your first Genmoji. Note that Genmoji are only available on devices that support Apple Intelligence — such as the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16, Macs that use the M1 chip or later, and the iPad Pro 5th gen and iPad Air 5th gen or later. To begin, Launch any text-based app on your iPhone. Creating custom emojis using Genmoji works in both new conversations and existing threads. This includes Messages, Mail, Notes, WhatsApp, Telegram, and virtually any application where you can access the iOS keyboard. The Genmoji feature is now integrated alongside your regular emoji options. You'll recognize it by the sparkle-adorned smiley face that represents Apple's custom emoji creator. To access it, Tap Genmoji. This section separates your personalized creations from the standard emoji library, making it easy to distinguish between official emojis and your unique Genmoji designs. Type what you want your emoji to look like. Provide a clear, specific description for the best results. For example: "Create a goose with sunglasses". The more detailed your prompt, the more accurate your Genmoji will be. Try including color preferences, emotional expressions, activities, or accessories to refine your creation. If you don't get exactly what you want initially, try adjusting your description with different wording or additional details. Sometimes a slight change like specifying "cartoon goose" instead of just "goose" can make a big difference in getting closer to what you're imagining. Tap Done to create your new Genmoji and wait briefly while the AI processes your request. This usually takes around a few seconds. You'll be provided with alternatives to choose from, swipe to view these. Apple Intelligence typically generates four variations of your requested design, each with slightly different interpretations of your prompt, giving you options to find the one that best matches your vision. Once you've decided which Genmoji you want to use, tap the Add button in the top right corner to add it to your message thread. Also, if you long press on the Genmoji, you have the option to copy, share, or save it to your stickers. This lets you build a personal collection of your favorite custom creations without having to regenerate them each time. Your Saved Genmojis will appear in your sticker library, making them just as accessible as any other sticker or emoji. Now you've learned how to use Genmoji to make your own emojis, why not take a look at our other useful iOS guides? To get the most out of Genmoji and Apple Intelligence check out how to use Image Playground on your iPhone and how to create Genmoji stickers of your contacts. And, if you're not feeling Apple Intelligence, here's how to turn it off. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
CNET
14-05-2025
- CNET
Create Your Next Favorite Emoji With Apple Intelligence on Your iPhone
When Apple released iOS 18.4 on March 31, and that update brought eight new emoji to all iPhones, including a sleepy smiley with bags under its eyes. That means there are over 3,000 emoji you can use in messages, but you still may not see the one you want to use. Thankfully, Apple introduced its own emoji generator, called Genmoji, to Apple Intelligence capable iPhones with iOS 18.2. Read more: Everything You Need to Know About iOS 18 The Unicode Standard, a universal character encoding standard, is responsible for creating new emoji, and approved emoji are added to all devices once a year. With Genmoji, you don't have to wait for new emoji to appear on your iPhone each year. You can just create them as you need them. Read on to learn how to use Genmoji on iPhone to create your own custom emoji. Just note that only iPhones with Apple Intelligence, like the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max or a device from the iPhone 16 lineup, can use Genmoji at this time. How to make custom emoji Apple/CNET 1. Open Messages and go into a chat. 2. Tap into your emoji keyboard, which is the smiley in the bottom left corner. 3. In the search bar, type the emoji you want to create, like "raven on a book." 4. Tap Create New Emoji. Your iPhone will generate a series of new emoji for you to pick from according to your description. When you find the one you want, tap Add in the top right corner of your screen and the new emoji will be available to use as an emoji, a tapback or sticker. Now you don't have to wait for the Unicode Standard to propose, create and bring new emoji to devices. For more on iOS 18, here's all the new iPhone features included in iOS 18.5, iOS 18.4 and iOS 18.3. You can also check out our iOS 18 cheat sheet and what we hope to see in iOS 19.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Apple removes "Available Now" for Apple Intelligence from its website
Apple has removed claims that its Apple Intelligence features are "available now" from its website following a recommendation from the National Advertising Division (NAD). The advertising watchdog determined that Apple's marketing materials inaccurately suggested all AI features were immediately accessible when the iPhone 16 launched last year. The NAD, part of the nonprofit BBB National Programs, recommended Apple "discontinue or modify" its claims, stating they "reasonably conveyed the message" that features like Priority Notifications , Genmoji, Image Playground, and ChatGPT integration were fully available at launch. According to an archived webpage, Apple removed the claim from its Apple Intelligence page in late March. Apple has also permanently discontinued its "More Personal Siri" television ad, which featured actor Bella Ramsey demonstrating AI-enhanced Siri capabilities that haven't yet been released. The company announced in March that these specific Siri improvements would be delayed to "the coming year." "While these features are now available, NAD recommended Apple avoid conveying the message that features are available when they are not," the watchdog stated in a press release. The organization also found that Apple's footnotes about feature availability were "neither sufficiently clear and conspicuous nor close to the triggering claims." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Upto 15% Discount for Salaried Individuals ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo This recommendation represents another setback for Apple's AI initiatives. The company faces class-action lawsuits over its Apple Intelligence advertisements, and in January disabled an AI summary feature for news apps after users discovered it occasionally displayed false information. Apple has made additional marketing adjustments, changing its Apple Intelligence tagline to "AI for the rest of us" and launching new advertisements focused on currently available features like "Clean Up," which can remove unwanted objects from photos. While Apple disagreed with NAD's findings regarding features that are currently available, the company stated it would follow the watchdog's recommendations. Most Apple Intelligence features announced last June have now launched and are enabled by default on new iPhones.
India Today
23-04-2025
- India Today
Apple quietly drops available now tag from Apple Intelligence after ad watchdog inquiry
Apple has quietly removed the "available now" label from its Apple Intelligence promotional page in the US after a formal review by the National Advertising Division (NAD) raised concerns about misleading claims. The NAD, a self-regulatory body that monitors the truthfulness of advertising in the US, found that the phrase gave consumers the impression that all features of Apple Intelligence were already accessible, which wasn't the AI suite, introduced alongside iOS 18.1 in October, promised a range of features like Genmoji, Image Playground, Priority Notifications, and Siri's ChatGPT integration. While Apple did roll out some of these features during the initial update, several major capabilities were staggered across later iOS versions — with some still not available. For instance, the more personalised version of Siri, which was showcased by Apple, is now expected to arrive sometime this "available now" label was originally placed prominently on the Apple Intelligence webpage, accompanied by a footnote clarifying that some features would be released gradually. However, the NAD concluded that this disclaimer wasn't clear or visible enough, and therefore didn't effectively correct the misleading impression created by the headline. In its recommendation, the NAD asked Apple to either change or drop the wording to avoid confusion. Apple, while disagreeing with the NAD's assessment that the label was inaccurate, said it appreciated the feedback and has since updated its promotional material accordingly. The company also removed a video titled "More Personal Siri" that highlighted features not yet we disagree with the NAD's findings related to features that are available to users now, we appreciate the opportunity to work with them and will follow their recommendations," Apple said in the press versions of Apple's site, captured by the Wayback Machine, show the removal of the "available now" text on March 31. The NAD has confirmed that the advertising claims on the updated page are now in line with its guidelines. While NAD recommendations aren't legally binding, most major brands choose to comply to maintain public trust and avoid possible escalation to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
