Apple Intelligence rolling out now in China, per user reports [U: Pulled]

Source: 9to5Mac

Apple Intelligence first launched in the US in October 2024, but after a nearly 18‑month wait, the AI features appear to be rolling out in China as well.

Update: Per Mark Gurman, Apple Intelligence’s China launch was a mistake and it has since been pulled. Apple is apparently still awaiting regulatory approval despite the features having been ready for months. Original story below…

Users report that Apple Intelligence just became available in China

Until today, China was the last part of the world that didn’t yet have access to Apple Intelligence.

Due to requirements from the Chinese government that Apple partner with local AI companies to develop the features, it’s been a long wait for China‑based iPhone users.

But it seems that Apple’s global AI rollout may officially be coming to a close today.

Per multiple user reports on X and Weibo, Apple Intelligence has just gone live for users in China.

It appears that iOS 26.4 may be required to gain access to the AI features.

Apple has yet to make an official announcement about the expansion of Apple Intelligence. So it’s possible this rollout was accidental or a test.

However, since the release appears to be widespread, it looks as though this was not a mistake. Instead, Apple Intelligence’s launch in China seems to finally be here.

We’ll keep you posted with any official update from Apple about the launch or specifics on supported features in China.

Are you based in China, and do you see the AI features on your device now? Let us know in the comments.