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Apple unveils AI updates for iPhone apps
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- →Apple's AI updates enhance user experience by automating routine tasks.
- →Integration of AI at the OS level suggests a shift towards more personalized computing.
- →These features position Apple competitively in the AI assistant landscape.
Apple has announced a series of AI-driven updates for its apps at WWDC 2026, enhancing user experience across its ecosystem. Safari now features AI-powered tab management and a page monitor, while Messages and Calendar incorporate AI for smarter replies and event creation. The Phone app can access context from other apps during calls, and Shortcuts now allows for natural language workflow creation. These updates signify Apple's strategic move to integrate AI deeply into its operating system, offering users a more seamless and personalized experience.
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