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With the release of iOS 18.2, Apple has taken a giant leap by integrating ChatGPT with its smart AI capabilities on the iPhone, giving Siri unprecedented power to tackle complex queries. You can now use Siri, without a ChatGPT account, to answer detailed questions about images and documents, and even create texts and visuals at the touch of a button! The visual intelligence feature can transform your daily camera experience, effortlessly recognizing the objects and places around you. But, have you thought about the real benefits of these features? Whether or not you have a ChatGPT account, enjoy precise and fast capabilities while safeguarding your privacy! And while ChatGPT integration significantly boosts Siri's performance, Apple also promises exciting future additions with AI technologies. How do you imagine your iPhone use will change with these new capabilities?

With the release of an update iOS 18.2Apple has integrated ChatGPT with Apple Intelligence to enhance the AI ​​capabilities of the iPhone in multiple ways. When enabled, Siri can leverage ChatGPT to answer complex queries about images and documents. The integration also includes writing tools for creating text and images, as well as a visual intelligence feature that helps identify objects and places using the iPhone camera.

You don’t need a ChatGPT account to start using these features, but linking a free or paid ChatGPT account gives you additional features and frequent access to advanced capabilities. In this article, we’ll show you how to set up these new features and get the most out of them. Please note that You must have an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 16 model. To use Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.2 update.

From iPhoneIslam.com, a cube with the ChatGPT logo and user interface displays options like “Create,” “Enhance with ChatGPT,” and “Rewrite.” The number 18.2 is displayed, indicating its seamless integration with iOS 18.2. The background displays a vibrant gradient of blue, green, and yellow.


Setting up ChatGPT on iOS 18.2

If you have Apple Intelligence enabled on your device, setting up ChatGPT integration takes a few simple steps, and you can get started even without having to create a ChatGPT account. You can always start with the basic setup and then move on to linking an account later if needed, and you probably won’t need to.

The feature only works if your device language is English, and the region in the region settings is set to America.

◉ Open Settings, then tap Apple Intelligence & Siri.

◉ Under the Extensions section, click ChatGPT.

◉ Enable the “Use ChatGPT” option.

From iPhoneIslam.com, three smartphone screens show ChatGPT integration settings in the Apple Intelligence & Siri section, including permissions and notifications options on iOS 18.2.

If you have a ChatGPT account

You can optionally log in with your account details, whether free or paid. One of the benefits you will get is the ability to keep a history of your conversations and access them later via the ChatGPT app or its website.

Use ChatGPT without an account

You don’t need an account to use ChatGPT with Siri—the service is completely free. But you may hit OpenAI’s daily limits for advanced capabilities using the newer GPT-4o model. When those limits are reached, the system switches to basic mode for 24 hours. Although Apple hasn’t confirmed it, basic mode is believed to use the GPT-4o Mini model, which responds more quickly to regular requests, but with potentially less detailed answers. However, tests have shown that the difference between the two modes isn’t significant in the context of everyday iPhone use.

 Customize settings

From iPhoneIslam.com, a screenshot of a settings feature titled “Confirm ChatGPT Requests” with the toggle switch turned on. The text explains that Siri will ask for permission before sending information to ChatGPT, showcasing ChatGPT integration in iOS 18.2.

After enabling the ChatGPT add-on, Siri will automatically determine when it’s time to use ChatGPT to improve answers to your queries. You can control whether Siri asks for your permission before sending any information to ChatGPT by enabling “Confirm ChatGPT Requests” in the ChatGPT add-on settings. Here, Siri will always ask for your permission before sending any file to ChatGPT in the future.


Apple, ChatGPT, and Your Privacy

From iPhoneIslam.com, the Apple privacy logo on an orange gradient background, with a lock embedded in the Apple icon, matches perfectly with the new iOS 18.2 update.

Apple confirms that when you use the ChatGPT add-on without signing in, your request and any attachments such as documents or images are only sent to ChatGPT to process your query. OpenAI does not receive any information associated with your Apple account, and your IP address remains hidden. Only your general location is shared.

OpenAI also does not store your queries or responses, and your data will not be used to improve or train their models.

If you choose to sign in with your ChatGPT account, your ChatGPT account settings and OpenAI's data privacy policies will apply.


Siri integration with ChatGPT in iOS 18.2

Siri’s integration with ChatGPT significantly enhances its capabilities compared to what we’re used to. The integration works well for queries that require problem solving, writing help, detailed explanations, or guided steps. You’ll notice that the responses are more detailed and contextually aware than Siri’s traditional capabilities.

From iPhoneIslam.com, on a smartphone screen running iOS 18.2, text describes five edible mushrooms native to North Carolina: wild mushrooms, chanterelles, oyster mushrooms, hen-of-the-woods mushrooms, and chicken-of-the-woods mushrooms.

How to benefit from integration

◉ Request Analysis: Siri analyzes each request to determine whether it requires ChatGPT intervention, and you can simply request ChatGPT by starting your query with the phrase “ChatGPT.”

◉ Image generation: You can ask it to create an image based on a specific description, and the system will use Dall-E to complete the process. The results are often better than Apple's Image Playground feature, and you can save the image using the save button in the top corner of the scorecard.

From iPhoneIslam.com, the smartphone screen on iOS 18.2 displays a text conversation containing an image of a puppy wearing a Santa hat, enhanced with ChatGPT integration for more interactive communication.

Pro tip

When you use ChatGPT through the messaging app and ask it to create an image, ChatGPT will place the image directly into the text field, ready to share in the conversation.

◉ Inquiries about on-screen content: You can ask ChatGPT to answer a question about something on your screen. Siri will offer to send a screenshot or the entire content as a file if it's a long document.

From iPhoneIslam.com, an iPhone screenshot of a chat app highlighting the features of the iOS 18.2 update. The left shows an option to share Notes content; the right shows improvements like writing tools, using Messenger, and integration with ChatGPT to help with seamless proofreading.

◉ Copy or save responses: Use the “Copy” button in the top corner of the scrollable reply window to copy the response to your clipboard. Alternatively, you can save helpful responses by saying, “Save this to my notes” to Siri, which provides a searchable archive of your conversations in the Notes app.

From iPhoneIslam.com, a zoom in on the smartphone's screen reveals a note titled "Table summarizing Apple's writing tools features in iOS 18.2" with the time displayed in the upper left corner, highlighting the integration with advanced tools.

Additional integrations

◉ Writing tools: ChatGPT can generate texts using the Writing Tools feature.

◉ Visual intelligence: ChatGPT can answer questions about what the camera sees using Visual Intelligence.

We will discuss how to use these features in detail in the following sections.


ChatGPT and Writing Tools

From iPhoneIslam.com, three smartphone screens show a messaging app with a Christmas-themed puppy image. The app on iOS 18.2 seamlessly integrates with ChatGPT, providing advanced AI tools for writing and editing messages, ensuring festive communication is fun and efficient.

With the integration of ChatGPT in iOS 18.2, Writing Tools gets a new compose option called “Compose.” This option lets you describe what you want to write, and ChatGPT will generate the text for you.

Use Compose

◉ Enter texts and images

When you type your description into the text input field, you’ll notice a “+” button next to the field. When you click on it, you’ll be presented with options to upload a file or image from your iPhone so ChatGPT can use it as a reference in your query.

From iPhoneIslam.com, two smartphone screens showcase the fully integrated ChatGPT feature; the left screen displays a Shakespearean poem, while the right screen displays editing options for authoring. With iOS 18.2, explore all you can do with seamless interaction and creativity at your fingertips.

Additional suggestions

After the response is created, suggestions for additional questions you can ask will appear, and will be available in the Compose panel itself.

◉ Working with text in Notes

From iPhoneIslam.com, a screen shot of an iOS 18.2 smartphone shows a text selection interface alongside an on-screen keyboard. The selected text consists of 49 words out of a total of 277. Options include “Include all text” and a seamless “Create with ChatGPT,” highlighting the latest ChatGPT integration features.

If you’re working on something in the Notes app, you can select text you want ChatGPT to improve or edit, or ask to use the entire contents of the note as a reference. These options appear as a clickable menu above the Compose input field.

◉ Anywhere

Compose isn’t limited to files or photos stored on your device. You can use it in any app that supports writing tools, like Saffari, Messages, and even third-party apps that support Apple’s suite of intelligence features.

Thanks to the integration of ChatGPT, writing tools have become more comprehensive and flexible, as you can easily create specialized texts or modify existing content, whether in default applications or supporting applications.


ChatGPT and Visual Intelligence

From iPhoneIslam.com, the smartphone displays a conversation about a Border Collie dog, seamlessly integrating with ChatGPT to enhance interaction. Next to the phone’s display, the AI ​​logo signifies advanced technology.

Visual Intelligence is available on iPhone 16 models and works through the Camera Control button located in the bottom corner of the iPhone. When you long press on it, Visual Intelligence mode is activated, allowing the Camera app to recognize your surroundings.

How to use the visual intelligence feature

Recognize objects

◉ Point the camera at any object or take a picture of it.

◉ Click on the “Ask” button inside the application.

◉ ChatGPT will analyze what the camera lens sees to identify the object or element shown in the image.

From iPhoneIslam.com, Elf on the Shelf is on a desk between two smartphones displaying its description, and shows off the integrated ChatGPT feature to enhance interaction.

If the answer does not fully satisfy your query, you can continue the conversation by entering your questions in the ChatGPT input field within the app.

Practical uses

◉ Inside the house: Identify objects or devices around you for information or instructions.

◉ Outside the home: Learn more about items you encounter, such as plants, landmarks, or strange objects that need explanation.

Visual Intelligence makes it easy to turn your camera into an AI-powered exploration tool, opening up new ways to learn about the world around you.


The Future of Chatbot Add-ons in iOS

From iPhoneIslam.com, the image shows the word “Gemini” decorated with ornate lines and sparkles on a dark background, evoking a sense of mystery. It’s as if iOS 18.2 has brought this celestial pattern to life, integrating stars into your screen.

There are reports of future plans for additional integrations of Apple’s AI technologies with AI chatbots like Gemini and Claude. While there are no official reports yet, Apple software chief Craig Federighi said in June that he would like to see integration with Gemini in the future.

According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple may delay the integration of Gemini until next year, to provide an exclusive window for OpenAI's technology, especially since Apple is not currently paying for it.

It is unclear whether the Gemini launch will be included with the iOS 18 updates or appear as part of the iOS 19 updates later.

The integration of these systems could provide a broader and more comprehensive experience for users, while adding competitive capabilities in the world of artificial intelligence. However, the timing of the release and details of the potential features remain under wraps until they are officially announced.

How do you think ChatGPT's integration with Siri will impact your iPhone experience? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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