Apple is gearing up to bring its Apple Intelligence features to iPhone and iPad users in the European Union, with a targeted release set for April 2025.
This information was revealed in the European announcements for Apple’s latest M4 iMac. Although the French announcement specifically mentions April, other regional versions simply note that the launch will occur in spring.
For now, Mac users in the EU can experience Apple Intelligence features on macOS Sequoia 15.1, provided their device language is set to U.S. English. The gradual rollout for iPhone and iPad follows Apple’s efforts to navigate compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which has led to delays in deploying these features. Initially, Apple postponed Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring, and SharePlay Screen Sharing as it assessed compatibility with European regulations.
iPhone and iPad users in the EU with a U.S. App Store ID can already access some Apple Intelligence tools by setting their device language to U.S. English. However, users in China are still without access to these features, as American tech companies are restricted from launching certain AI-powered tools without local partnerships and government authorization.
The launch in Europe is expected to come with an iOS update, potentially iOS 18.4, which is rumored to bring significant upgrades to Siri’s functionality, such as personal context awareness and enhanced multitasking capabilities across apps.
