Apple's iOS 18 AI will be on-device preserving privacy, and not server-side

Apple's forthcoming iOS 18 update is set to enhance privacy by processing artificial intelligence (AI) features directly on devices, such as iPhones, avoiding the need for cloud connectivity. This shift aims to improve Siri and other applications while maintaining user privacy. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that these AI capabilities will be able to operate offline thanks to Apple's development of an in-house large language model known as "Ajax." While complex tasks will still require an internet connection, basic functions like text analysis will be accessible offline, positioning Apple to potentially lead in privacy-focused AI technology. This development will be officially unveiled at Apple's WWDC event on June 10.

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