Apple Intelligence and Vocal Shortcuts: New Features Transforming iOS 18 User Experience

Cupertino, California United States of America
Apple announced new features for iOS 18 at WWDC 2024
Integration of AI tools into Siri called Apple Intelligence
Siri will interact with apps based on screen content, some features may take up to a year to arrive
Vocal Shortcuts allow users to set up vocal shortcuts for specific apps or functions
Apple Intelligence and Vocal Shortcuts: New Features Transforming iOS 18 User Experience

Apple recently announced new features for its operating system, iOS 18, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024. One of the most anticipated updates is the integration of AI tools into Siri, which Apple is calling Apple Intelligence. This update will allow Siri to interact with apps in new ways based on what's currently on the screen. However, some features may take up to a year to arrive after iOS 18's release in September.

Another exciting feature coming with iOS 18 is Vocal Shortcuts. Users can set up a vocal shortcut for specific apps or functions by saying a certain phrase, making it more convenient and quicker to access them. For instance, users can set up a vocal shortcut for ChatGPT by saying


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Confidence

91%

Doubts
  • Effectiveness of vocal shortcuts in noisy environments
  • Precise release date for all Apple Intelligence features

Sources

98%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Typing to AI assistants might be the way to go

The Verge Victoria Song Saturday, 22 June 2024 12:00
  • Unique Points
    • Apple’s iOS 18 will allow users to type to Siri instead of speaking.
    • Users can currently type to Siri via accessibility settings but it brings up a bare-bones window and keyboard. In iOS 18, Apple is embracing the feature and letting users double-tap the bottom of the screen to bring up a Siri keyboard.
    • There are reasons why typing to an AI assistant makes sense: digital assistants have gotten better at understanding commands but it’s still tough to talk to them naturally, especially in noisy environments or in public where self-consciousness is a factor. Typing also affords users a greater degree of privacy.
    • Speaking into AI gadgets can look weird and confusing to others, and lack of trust is another major hurdle for using voice assistants in public. Some people may not want others to know what they’re doing on their phone.
  • Accuracy
    • Apple's iOS 18 will allow users to type to Siri instead of speaking.
    • From now on, a double tap on the navigation handle at the bottom of the screen will bring up the type-to-Siri interface
    • Apple recently introduced new features of iOS 18 at WWDC 2024
  • Deception (100%)
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  • Fallacies (100%)
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  • Bias (100%)
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  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
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98%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

All the AI features coming to Siri on your iPhone

Popular Science David Nield Sunday, 23 June 2024 03:18
  • Unique Points
    • Apple is updating Siri with new artificial intelligence tools as part of Apple Intelligence.
    • Siri will be able to interact with apps in new ways based on what's currently on the screen.
    • Some features may take up to a year to arrive after iOS 18 release in September.
  • Accuracy
    • Many new features are coming to Siri, including more control of apps, screen awareness, natural language and context understanding, and easier typing access.
    • Siri will be able to interact with apps in new ways based on what’s currently on the screen.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

100%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Waiting for the iOS 18 Public Beta? Here's When It's Likely to Drop

CNET Sunday, 23 June 2024 03:19
  • Unique Points
    • iOS 18 is coming to iPhone models this fall
    • Apple recently introduced new features of iOS 18 at WWDC 2024
    • It’s recommended to wait for the public beta release of iOS 18 for stability and availability to anyone with an Apple Beta account
    • The first iOS 18 public beta could approximately arrive as early as July 8, 2024
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

100%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

iOS 18's new Vocal Shortcut feature is a game-changer for ChatGPT-4o

BGR News Chris Smith Friday, 21 June 2024 22:27
  • Unique Points
    • Apple announced new accessibility features, including Vocal Shortcuts, in iOS 18 at WWDC 2024.
    • Users can set up a Vocal Shortcut for ChatGPT to open the app by saying 'ChatGPT'.
    • Vocal Shortcuts also work with system elements, like Camera and Control Center.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

93%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

How to Try Out New Siri UI on Mac Right Now

Beebom Anmol Sachdeva Tuesday, 18 June 2024 06:40
  • Unique Points
    • At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced the new AI-enriched Siri.
    • The new Siri UI is accessible on macOS Sequoia developer beta.
    • To access the new Siri UI, users need to install macOS Sequoia and change default system files using Terminal.
    • Users can revert back to the old Siri UI by changing the default system files again and restarting their Mac.
  • Accuracy
    • To access the new Siri UI, users need to install macOS Sequoia and change default system files using Terminal.
  • Deception (80%)
    The article provides instructions on how to access the new Siri UI on a Mac before its official release. While it does disclose that the new Siri is still without AI features and may cause unexpected app crashes, it is still encouraging readers to bypass system checks to gain early access. This can be considered selective reporting as the article only reports details that support the author's position of wanting to try out the new UI. Additionally, there is a statement 'What are your thoughts about the new Siri UI? Personally, I like the old one.' which is an author opinion.
    • First, you need to install the macOS Sequoia developer beta on your Mac. You can check out which Macs are compatible with macOS Sequoia before proceeding.
    • Again, type “killall Siri” in the terminal to get the old Siri UI back.
    • At WWDC 2024, Apple finally introduced us to the new AI-enriched Siri. A major portion of the keynote was dedicated to Apple Intelligence features and Siri. Disappointingly, it will be a while until we can get our hands on the new Siri.
    • defaults write com.apple.assistant bypassDeviceSupportsSAE -bool true
  • Fallacies (100%)
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication