Apple has faced a number of challenges selling the iPhone 16 series in China, as the devices still don’t have access to AI. Nevertheless, Apple is trying to change this scenario by calling companies like Tencent and TikTok owner ByteDance to negotiate the inclusion of their AI models in the Apple Intelligence suite. Here are the details
Apple in talks with Tencent and ByteDance to bring AI to iPhones in China
According to the information shared by Reuters, negotiations between Apple and Chinese companies have been ongoing for some time. On the other hand, it is said that these talks could bear fruit in 2025.
As required by the Chinese government, smartphones sold in the country can only use artificial intelligence produced by certified and local companies. This prevents ChatGPT from reaching iPhone devices in China. Therefore, Apple seems to have to make a deal with either Tencent or ByteDance.
Apple’s research into other companies is also a strong indication that the company is unable to properly adapt Baidu’s AI. According to recently disclosed information, the company has faced a number of challenges in getting Chinese AI to work on its smartphones because Baidu wants to use user data to train the AI.
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Apple is trying to speed up the introduction of artificial intelligence in Chinese iPhones. Market analysis suggests that Apple faces stiff competition in the Asian country from Huawei and other Chinese companies that already offer these features in their devices.
