Key Takeaways:
- Smarter Writing & Calls – AI edits text, summarizes emails, and records calls with transcripts.
- Easy Photo Editing – Remove objects, create AI images, and make custom emojis.
- Better AI Assistance – Smarter Siri, AI-powered search, and visual intelligence for instant info.
So, you got yourself the brand-new iPhone 16e? Or maybe you’re just curious about what Apple Intelligence can do? Either way, you’re in for a treat! Apple has packed some seriously cool AI-powered features into this phone, making everything from writing emails to editing photos a breeze.
Apple Intelligence first made its debut in iOS 18.2, but with the iPhone 16e, these tools have reached a whole new level. So, let me take you on a quick tour of everything your iPhone 16e’s AI brain can do. Grab a coffee (or chai, no judgment here) and let’s dive in!
1. Writing and Communication Features
A. Writing Tools That Feel Like Magic
If you ever struggle with writing, Apple Intelligence has your back. Whether you’re drafting an email, taking notes, or working on a document in Pages, AI can edit, rewrite, and summarize your text like a pro.
The best part? There’s a “Describe Your Change” option. Just tell your iPhone how you want the text modified—shorter, more formal, funnier (yes, really)—and boom! Your words are transformed like a mini Shakespeare in your pocket.
B. No More Drowning in Emails
Raise your hand if your inbox looks like a chaotic mess (don’t worry, mine does too). Thankfully, Apple Intelligence can summarize long email threads so you don’t have to scroll endlessly.
Got an important email? AI makes sure it appears at the top so you don’t miss it. Plus, if you’re bad at replying to messages (guilty!), smart reply suggestions will help you send quick responses without overthinking.
C. Call Recording with AI-Powered Summaries
Have you ever had an important phone call and later realized you remember absolutely nothing from it? Happens to the best of us. Now, Apple Intelligence lets you record phone calls and get AI-generated summaries. So, instead of replaying a 30-minute conversation, you can just glance at a neat little summary.
Perfect for work calls… or when your mom gives you a long list of groceries, and you definitely weren’t paying attention.
D. ChatGPT is Built-In (Yes, Really!)
No more switching between apps! Apple has integrated ChatGPT into Siri and Writing Tools, so you can ask AI-generated questions without opening a separate app. Need a recipe? A travel itinerary? Some quirky jokes? Just ask Siri!
And before you ask, yes, your requests are private—OpenAI doesn’t store them. So go ahead, ask Siri all your weird and wonderful questions.
E. Better English Support (Finally!)
For all my fellow Indian users, there’s some great news—Apple Intelligence now understands localized English better. This means more accurate suggestions and fewer misunderstandings when using AI-powered tools.
Other supported languages include French, German, Japanese, and more, but let’s be real—we all just wanted better English support first!
2. Photo and Image Editing Features
A. Clean Up Your Photos Like a Pro
Have you ever taken a perfect photo, only for some random person to photobomb it? Annoying, right? Well, with the Clean Up tool, you can now remove unwanted objects from your photos—just like Google’s Magic Eraser.
So, the next time an uncle walks into your selfie at a wedding, just erase him (from the photo, of course, not real life).
B. Create Instant Memory Movies
Imagine this: you want to relive your vacation but don’t have the patience to make a slideshow. No worries! Memory Movies lets you create an entire video montage just by typing a prompt.
Want a dramatic travel video? A cute pet montage? Apple Intelligence will select your best photos, add background music, and create a beautiful video in seconds. If you have Apple Music, you get access to an even bigger song library!
C. AI-Generated Images with Image Playground
Ever wanted to create AI-generated images just for fun? Image Playground lets you do exactly that! You can generate illustrations, animations, and even custom images based on text prompts.
You can even tweak them by adding accessories, changing themes, or modifying locations. The only limitation? You can’t create images with multiple people… yet. (Come on, Apple, we need AI group selfies!)
D. Make Your Own Genmoji
Move over, boring old emojis—say hello to Genmoji! Now, you can create custom emojis based on your friends, family, or even yourself. Just upload a photo, tweak the design, and add fun accessories like hats, sunglasses, or even bunny ears.
Send them as stickers in Messages, and get ready for your friends to ask, “How did you do that?!”
F. Sketch Smarter with Image Wand
If you love doodling, Image Wand in Notes will be your new favorite tool. Just draw a rough sketch and circle it—Apple Intelligence will magically enhance and refine it.
Even better? If you circle an empty space, the tool suggests relevant images to add. It’s like having a personal AI illustrator!
3. Smart AI and Visual Intelligence Features
A. Visual Intelligence Makes Your Camera Smarter
Your iPhone 16e’s camera just got a serious upgrade! Now, when you take a picture of something—like a restaurant sign—your iPhone will instantly show details like working hours, contact information, and reviews.
It can even extract phone numbers and email addresses from images, making life way easier when saving contacts.
B. Siri is Smarter Than Ever
Siri has been hitting the gym… well, sort of. Now, it understands natural speech better, even if you mess up your sentence halfway through.
Can’t talk? You can now type to Siri! Perfect for moments when you’re in a quiet room but still need Siri’s help.
C. Find Photos and Videos Instantly
Scrolling through thousands of photos to find one specific picture? No thanks. With smart search, you can now type things like “birthday cake from last year” and your iPhone will magically find the right image.
Even better? You can search for specific moments in videos without having to scrub through the entire clip!
D. AI-Powered Email Sorting
Emails can be overwhelming, but AI now automatically sorts your inbox into categories. Want a clean, organized email experience? You got it!
For those who prefer the old-school list view, don’t worry—you can switch back anytime.
E. Quick Access to AI Features with Control Center
Want faster access to AI tools? Just add Visual Intelligence to your Control Center. One tap and you’re instantly using Apple’s AI-powered features!
Winding Up
The iPhone 16e isn’t just a phone—it’s a smart AI companion that helps you write better, edit photos effortlessly, and manage your daily tasks with ease.
From summarizing emails and recording calls to creating AI images and enhancing photos, Apple Intelligence is packed with useful tools.
So, if you haven’t already, start exploring these AI-powered features. Who knows? You might just wonder how you ever lived without them!
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