Aug 20, 2025 12:00:00

Summary of 20 new features implemented in Apple Intelligence in iOS 26

Apple announced

iOS 26 at WWDC25 , which will add 20 new features to its personal AI, Apple Intelligence . 9to5Mac, which handles Apple-related information, has summarized these new features.

Apple Intelligence gets 20+ brand new features in iOS 26, here's the full list - 9to5Mac
https://9to5mac.com/2025/08/19/apple-intelligence-new-features-in-ios-26-full-list/

◆Communication-related functions

Apple Intelligence in iOS 26 has a big focus on communications, with major upgrades to Messages, FaceTime, and the Phone app.

- Live translation of messages
Automatic translation of messages exchanged in Apple-supported languages

・Message survey proposal
Automatically suggest survey creation based on conversations

- Conversation background using Playground
You can create background images for the Messages app using

Playground .

- Natural language search for messages
AI-powered search feature now available in messaging app, allowing users to search messages, photos, links, and more

・Live translation of calls
FaceTime and the Phone app can now automatically transcribe and read translations for supported languages

・Voicemail Overview
Automatic voicemail transcription summaries now available

◆ Apple Intelligence now supports more apps and languages

iOS 26 expands support for Apple Intelligence, including third-party apps and new languages.

- Upgraded search function in Maps app
Supports natural language search using AI

- AI actions are now available in the Shortcuts app
Apple's AI models, lighting tools, and image generation features are now available as actions in the Short Cup app

- Automatic classification reminder
AI can now automatically categorize messy lists in the Reminders app

・Reminder suggestions
Create new reminders based on email, website, or note content

- Orders can be tracked using the wallet app
AI-powered order tracking directly from your email inbox, including Amazon purchases

・AI models from third-party apps
Third-party apps can now use Apple's

Foundation Models to implement new AI features

Newly supported languages
Danish, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, Swedish, Turkish, Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese

◆Image generation function upgrade

Apple's Jenji and Playground will also be upgraded with iOS 26.

ChatGPT on Playground
Custom images can be created using ChatGPT

・Genji that mixes multiple emojis
You can mix two emojis to create a new Jenji

・Custom facial expressions
Playground and Jenmoji allow you to customize facial expressions for your creations based on people.

・Personal attributes of person images
Playground and Jenmoji now allow you to change personal attributes like facial hair and glasses

◆Others

Apple Intelligence also powers new battery modes and powerful visual intelligence features.

- Adaptive power mode
AI optimization can extend battery life

・Visual intelligence for screenshots
Added features such as 'Ask ChatGPT,' 'Image Search,' and 'Add to Calendar'

- Notifications summary for all apps
News and Entertainment Notification Summary Now Available

Please note that while all features are available on iPhones that support Apple Intelligence (iPhone 15 Pro and later) at the time of writing, support will not be extended to newer and older devices.