Apple Intelligence on iPhone 14 why isn’t it there?

Yep, same thing happens on Android:

https://support.google.com/googleplay/thread/275025200/app-not-supported-on-my-device?hl=en

Simple thing called technology. I fully expected a reply from Return2Apple.

Let's get even more specific and use a real world example of the S24 vs the S22. In just two short years, I was able to find the following and the biggest difference is completely applicable to this discussion:

S24 vs S22 Features

The Samsung Galaxy S24 offers several advanced features that the Galaxy S22 does not have:

• Galaxy AI: The S24 includes a range of AI-driven features such as Circle to Search, which allows users to search for objects by circling them on the screen, and Conversational Search, which provides detailed answers to voice queries. The S22 does not have these AI capabilities.
• Adaptive Color Tone: The S24 introduces Adaptive Color Tone, a feature similar to Apple’s True Tone, which adjusts the screen’s color and white balance based on lighting conditions to provide a more natural viewing experience. The S22 lacks this feature.
• Improved Display Brightness: The S24’s display can reach up to 2,600 nits of peak brightness, while the S22’s display peaks at 1,300 nits. This makes the S24’s screen much brighter and more vivid.
• Enhanced Camera Software Features: The S24 has more sophisticated AI-based camera features, including Edit Suggestion, Generative Edit, and Instant Slow-mo, which allow for more advanced photo and video editing. The S22 does not have these features.
• 12MP Selfie Camera: The S24 has a 12MP front-facing camera, while the S22 has a 10MP camera. This provides better quality in selfies and video calls.
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Exynos 2400 Chipset: The S24 uses the latest chipset, which offers significant performance improvements over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 used in the S22.
• One UI 6.1: The S24 runs on One UI 6.1, which includes additional AI features and improvements over the One UI 4.1 that the S22 uses.
• Larger Battery: The S24 has a 4,000 mAh battery, compared to the 3,700 mAh battery in the S22, providing better battery life and performance.
• 1-120Hz Adaptive Refresh Rate: The S24 supports an adaptive refresh rate from 1 to 120Hz, whereas the S22 is limited to 48-120Hz.

I imagine we won't hear any further argument from this user. Yes, the facts speak volumes. I hope they're blissfully happy with their Android. Which they likely will be until the very same scenario hits them as it surely will.

But then, what do I know? I'm just an iYap! 😉

I use an iPhone 11 for work and an iPhone 16 for personal. The only noticeable difference is the Siri glow. Apple intelligence didn’t change anything at all. There’s arguably less Siri features than there was before the “update”. You’re not missing anything at all from not have Apple intelligence. It literally does nothing to the iPhone.

Noname91 wrote:

I use an iPhone 11 for work and an iPhone 16 for personal. The only noticeable difference is the Siri glow. Apple intelligence didn’t change anything at all. There’s arguably less Siri features than there was before the “update”. You’re not missing anything at all from not have Apple intelligence. It literally does nothing to the iPhone.

That's certainly your opinion. I love what Apple Intelligence has brought to me. I love Visual Intelligence. Siri is greatly enhanced with the ChatGPT extension. Image Playground is fun. Genmoji, let's me create my own emoji's and save them for future use. Writing tools have helped me a lot. Is it earthshaking? No. Are the Apple Intelligence features ones which do more than not having them, YES. And Apple Intelligence features aren't yet complete. More features will come as they go through testing.

I deliberately limited my search for a used iPhone to the 14 Pro Max to get the best phone possible, that could not be influenced by Apple “intelligence”. The only thing I regret it not having is the USB-C port for high speed video support.

My iPad Pro is trying to be “intelligent”, but I am holding it to iOS 17.

Chriscotech wrote:

I deliberately limited my search for a used iPhone to the 14 Pro Max to get the best phone possible, that could not be influenced by Apple “intelligence”. The only thing I regret it not having is the USB-C port for high speed video support.

My iPad Pro is trying to be “intelligent”, but I am holding it to iOS 17.

You can certainly hold your iPad Pro to iOS 17, and miss critical security updates intended to keep you and your data safe, but it isn't the best approach. Are you not aware that Apple Intelligence is OPT-IN only? If you don't want to use Apple Intelligence on any device, simply don't sign in to it. It won't download, it won't be usable. You won't have access to the cleanup tool in photos. You won't get Genmoji or Image Playground. You won't have a more intelligent Siri or extension to ChatGPT, nor be able to use the Writing Tools. That's entirely your choice. But you also won't be as safe on your device.

Do as you want, but sometimes, cutting off your nose to spite your face isn't the best approach.

Chriscotech wrote:

My iPad Pro is trying to be “intelligent”, but I am holding it to iOS 17.

Do you know that updating to OS 18 does not turn on Apple Intelligence?

Unless you actually turn it on in Settings, you do not get any of the Apple Intelligence features. It is off by default, so not sure what your are trying to avoid by not updating.

taleh.ibrahimli wrote:

What happened to their “less is more”? 4GB was more powerful than 8GB from their perspective 😁

What does a quote about architecture have to do with discussions of the computing power of a phone?

taleh.ibrahimli wrote:

What happened to their “less is more”? 4GB was more powerful than 8GB from their perspective 😁

That makes no sense. Who suggested 4GB is more powerful than 8GB? Can you post where that grain of nonsense came from?

Brax_D22 wrote:

Then apple should have made it with better everything💀

Surprise! This is a little thing called technology that advances every year. The phone you purchase today won't even have the same capabilities of one purchased 2 years from now. It has been that way since the introduction of the very first computer and will continue far into the future. Hang on, the technology train makes no stops.

jimmyjime wrote:

Guess I’ll buy a Samsung or Motorola or Google pixel next time I need a phone

None of us really care what phone you purchase next time and would always suggest to get the one that best meets your needs. Whether that is an Android or iPhone, make sure it is the latest model, since even the older Android phones don't support all the features found in the latest OS version.

It has always been the case that Software outpaces Hardware and it will continue to be that way well into the future.

Hello~ I always encourage everyone to buy what seems best suited for their needs. I have a question though…if you’re going to buy a new smartphone …why not just buy an iPhone that can handle Apple Intelligence?

~Katana-San~

I don't think they really thought that argument through. If they had they would have realized that the same thing happens on all devices. Of course we could also post links from the Android support site from users wishing they would have bought an iPhone, but they will figure it out.

Mac Jim ID wrote:

I don't think they really thought that argument through. If they had they would have realized that the same thing happens on all devices. Of course we could also post links from the Android support site from users wishing they would have bought an iPhone, but they will figure it out.

NO. The "I'll show them" knee jerk response wasn't thought through too well!