Apple began a trial rollout of its Apple Intelligence tools for Chinese users on Wednesday, initially limited to developers, with public access due in December. The features launched in the United States and other countries in autumn 2024, but their Chinese launch was held back by strict regulation and the lack of access to models from Google and OpenAI. After securing regulatory approval in July, Apple will work with Alibaba's Qwen to add more powerful AI features; the initial release includes 18 AI features but not the latest Siri upgrade. Counterpoint Research analyst Ivan Lam said the launch fills a long-standing gap but may not give Apple a significant advantage in a crowded market. Greater China revenue rose 21% in the past quarter, but new CEO John Ternus still faces significant challenges in an evolving market.
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| Industry | Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals |
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