Apple Intelligence Is Coming to iPhone in China, With Help From Alibaba’s Qwen

Apple will begin testing its Apple Intelligence features in China on November 4, incorporating Alibaba’s Qwen model to power its AI capabilities. The software rollout is scheduled for a wider release in December, marking the first time Apple has integrated a Chinese-developed large language model to comply with local regulatory requirements for generative AI. This partnership allows Apple to offer its suite of intelligent tools to users in the region while navigating the country's strict technological oversight for foreign software providers.