Apple Intelligence Secures Approval for Use in China

WHO:

Engadget - Apple, Baidu, Alibaba

Reuters - China's cyberspace regulator

WHAT:

Engadget - Apple Intelligence has received regulatory approval for use in China.

Reuters - Apple's on-device generative AI service "Apple Intelligence" has been registered for use on iPhones in China.

Reuters - Alibaba stated that the service will utilize its Qwen model.

WHERE:

Engadget - China

Reuters - iPhones in China

WHEN:

Reuters - The registration was announced on a Wednesday.

WHY:

Reuters - The approval allows Apple to expand its AI services in the Chinese market.

HOW:

Engadget - Apple will partner with Chinese firms Baidu and Alibaba to roll out its AI service.

(UPDATED July 15, 2026 15:24 UTC)

Apple has received regulatory approval for its on-device generative AI service, "Apple Intelligence," allowing it to be used on iPhones in China. The company will collaborate with Chinese firms Baidu and Alibaba, with Alibaba's Qwen model being utilized for the service. This development marks a significant expansion of Apple's AI offerings in the Chinese market.