Apple Intelligence arrives in Ireland: here’s your list of compatible Apple devices

With the release of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4 and macOS Sequoia 15.4, Apple has finally brought its artificial intelligence to Ireland on various devices. Here's a summary of the iPhone, iPad and Mac models that support the new features now available in the European market.

iPhones Compatible with Apple Intelligence

Here's a list of all iPhone models that support Apple Intelligence features:

• iPhone 16
• iPhone 16 Plus
• iPhone 16 Pro
• iPhone 16 Pro Max
• iPhone 16e
• iPhone 15 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro Max

iPads and Macs Compatible with Apple Intelligence

As stated on Apple's official website, the following iPad and Mac models can now integrate Apple Intelligence in the European market:

• iPad: any iPad with A17 Pro or M1/M2 and future later versions; these include:
  • iPad Mini 7
  • iPad Pro 3 (11”)
  • iPad Pro 5 (11”)
  • iPad Air 5
  • iPad Pro 6
  • iPad Air 6 (11”)
  • iPad Air 6 (13”)
• Mac: Mac with M1/M2 and future later versions; these include:
  • MacBook Air M1 (2020)
  • Mac Mini M1 (2020)
  • MacBook Pro M1 (2020)
  • iMac 2021 M1 (24”)
  • MacBook Pro 2021 M1 (14”)
  • MacBook Pro 2021 M1 (16”)
  • Mac Studio 2022 M1 Max
  • Mac Studio 2022 M1 Ultra
  • MacBook Air 2022 M2 (13.6”)
  • MacBook Air 2023 M2 (15”)
  • MacBook Pro 2022 M2 (13”)
  • Mac Mini 2023 M2
  • Mac Mini 2023 M2 Pro
  • MacBook Pro 2023 M2 (14”)
  • MacBook Pro 2023 M2 (16”)
  • Mac Studio 2023 M2 Max
  • Mac Studio 2023 M2 Ultra
  • MacBook Pro 2023 M3 (14”)
  • MacBook Pro 2023 M3 (16”)
  • iMac 2023 M3

Requirements for Activating Apple Intelligence

Note: To activate Apple Intelligence, you must own one of the compatible devices listed above, have at least 7 GB of free space, and have set your device and Siri language to one of the supported languages (for example, English).

What's New with Apple Intelligence?

Apple Intelligence introduces AI-based features aimed at improving productivity, creativity and communication. Here are the main features now available to Irish users:

• Writing Tools to rewrite, review and summarise texts
• Image Playground to create images using artificial intelligence
• Genmoji to bring AI-generated custom emojis to life
• Enhanced Siri that's more natural and interactive
• Visual Intelligence to analyse your surroundings using the camera
• ChatGPT Integration to get answers and create content without switching apps

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