Apple is set to expand its Visual Intelligence AI capabilities beyond the latest iPhone 16 series. A new report confirms that iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will receive Visual Intelligence features through a future iOS update, expected to arrive with iOS 18.4 in early April.
Visual Intelligence on iPhone 15 Pro Series
Apple initially introduced Visual Intelligence with the iPhone 16 lineup, making the Camera Control button the primary access point for these AI-driven enhancements. However, the iPhone 16e, which lacks this hardware button, is still set to receive the feature. Following suit, Apple has now confirmed that iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will also gain Visual Intelligence AI access, eliminating concerns that the Camera Control button was essential for the technology.
How iPhone 15 Pro Users Will Access Visual Intelligence AI
Since the iPhone 15 Pro series lacks the Camera Control button, Apple is providing alternative ways to access Visual Intelligence:
- Action Button Customization: Users can assign Visual Intelligence to the Action Button, ensuring quick and seamless access.
- Control Center Integration: For those who prefer to use the Action Button for other functions, Visual Intelligence will also be accessible directly via the Control Center.
A Game-Changer for iPhone 15 Pro Users
The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max remain the oldest iPhones eligible for Apple Intelligence, but they had been missing out on Visual Intelligence due to the absence of the Camera Control button. This update ensures that the iPhone 15 Pro lineup remains competitive with cutting-edge AI-driven features, reinforcing Apple’s commitment to extending powerful innovations to recent devices.
With iOS 18.4 expected to roll out in early April, iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max users can look forward to enhanced AI-powered photography and video capabilities, further bridging the gap between last year’s models and the latest iPhone 16 Pro lineup.
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