Apple Limits New AI Features to Latest Devices, Sparking Debate

Intelligence, the company's generative AI, will only be available on select newer iPhones, iPads, and Macs, raising questions about accessibility and strategy.

Apple Intelligence requires the A17 Pro chip, limiting it to the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max.
Only M-series iPads and Macs will support Apple Intelligence, excluding older Intel-based models.
Apple cites hardware limitations as the reason for restricting AI features to newer devices.
Critics argue the move may push consumers to buy new devices unnecessarily.
Apple's approach to AI focuses on embedding features into existing systems rather than creating standalone products.