Apple’s new AI-powered suite, Apple Intelligence, is gradually becoming more accessible to users outside the United States, marking a significant step forward in its rollout.
Initially, Apple Intelligence was restricted to devices with their region set to the U.S., limiting access to U.S. English speakers. However, with the release of iOS 18.1 beta 3 and macOS 15.1 beta 3, Apple has removed the requirement to change the device’s region, making it easier for users in other countries to try out these features.
Now, users only need to set Siri and the device language to U.S. English to access Apple Intelligence, without the need to alter their region settings. This update is a welcome change for users outside the U.S. who want to explore Apple Intelligence without affecting other region-specific settings, such as phone number formats and calendar configurations. Unfortunately, users in the European Union and China are still unable to activate Apple Intelligence due to regulatory restrictions and ongoing challenges in making these features universally available.
Despite the broader access, Apple Intelligence remains available only in U.S. English, and the hardware requirements are stringent. The feature is limited to devices such as the iPhone 15 Pro or later models, as well as iPads and Macs equipped with the M1 chip or newer. Additionally, some users might find the process to enable Apple Intelligence outside the U.S. somewhat cumbersome, especially if their Apple ID is tied to a non-U.S. App Store.
One of the new features introduced in the latest beta is Clean Up, which allows users to erase objects and people from photographs. This feature, like others in Apple Intelligence, processes images locally on the device, ensuring privacy and security while requiring significant on-device computing power.
As Apple continues to refine Apple Intelligence, it’s expected that the service will become more widely available, with a phased rollout planned for October. While the current limitations may be frustrating for some, the ongoing adjustments suggest that the tech giant is committed to expanding access as quickly and efficiently as possible.
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