Apple’s next software update, iOS 18, is expected to include generative AI features and more storage space to house them, according to a new report from Bloomberg.
iOS 18 is expected to be one of the most important updates in the operating system’s history, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. We previously reported that this software will be announced at his WWDC 2024, scheduled for June this year.
According to a newsletter by Mark Garman of Bloomberg: “When Apple unveils iOS 18 at WWDC 2024, the company is expected to spend a significant amount of time discussing how it views AI. ” This reportedly includes how AI should be integrated into Apple products. Why is the company’s approach so different from that of its competitors?
“Apple is also still figuring out how to address privacy with its AI capabilities, which is one reason why its internal efforts may be more conservative than those of its competitors,” Garman speculated. I am.
The newsletter also notes that the company has held talks with Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic in the US to partner with AI capabilities in iOS 18. Garman added: “The idea is to have Gemini power the chatbot within Apple’s operating system.” Apple’s proprietary AI engine handles more behind-the-scenes tasks throughout the new software. ”
While it’s too early to predict exactly whether a partnership between the tech giants will materialize, recent reports suggest that it could happen with the latest iPhone 16 models scheduled for release in September. However, Garman notes that it is unlikely that the two sides will partner directly, and that Apple will instead likely work with multiple partners on iOS 18’s AI capabilities.
New iPhone 16 specs
Additional rumors from South Korea (via) @TechReve) It also suggests that the iPhone 16 is set to debut with RAM and storage upgrades to accommodate new AI features.
The base model of the iPhone 16 could come with 8GB RAM, 256 SSD, or both, and enable integrated AI capabilities to infer, store, and process commands, according to the report. This report suggests that additional storage space is required for generative AI functionality.
Compared to the current iPhone 15 models, you’ll see significant enhancements in both RAM and SSD, with the base 15 model coming with 6GB RAM and 128GB SSD.
In other news, Garman noted that new iPhone models may have more home screen customization options. Bloomberg was sparse on details, but we expect a comprehensive redesign along with new generative AI capabilities.
