Apple has finally released its Visual Intelligence feature for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. This AI-powered tool uses your iPhone’s camera to analyze images in real-time and provide useful information. Think of it as Apple’s version of Google Lens, but with some unique twists.
What Can Visual Intelligence Do?
Visual Intelligence can help you:
- Learn more about objects: Identify plants, landmarks, products, and more.
- Shop smarter: Find the best deals on products and make purchases.
- Explore businesses: Get details about restaurants, stores, and other places.
- Translate text: Convert text from one language to another.
- Summarize text: Get a quick overview of long articles or documents.
- Have text read aloud: Listen to text instead of reading it.
How to Access Visual Intelligence
Currently, Visual Intelligence is only available on iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. You’ll also need to join a waitlist to access the feature. Once you’re approved, here’s how to use it:
- Long-press the Camera Control button on the bottom right of your screen.
- Point your camera at an object or text.
- Choose an action: Tap the ChatGPT icon, the Google Image Search icon, or the circle at the bottom of the screen for text interaction.
Interacting with Text
- Translate: Translate text into different languages.
- Read Aloud: Have Siri read the text aloud.
- Summarize: Get a concise summary of the text.
- Take action: Call phone numbers, send emails, or open websites directly from the text.
Interacting with Businesses
- Get details: See business hours, menus, and reviews.
- Make reservations or orders: Book a table or place an order directly from the Visual Intelligence interface.
Using ChatGPT
- Ask questions: Get information about objects and ask follow-up questions.
- Explore topics: Dive deeper into subjects that interest you.
Using Google Image Search
- Find similar images: Discover related images and compare prices for products.
A Promising Tool with Room to Grow
Visual Intelligence is a powerful tool that can enhance your iPhone experience. While it’s still in its early stages, with limited device compatibility and a waitlist, it has the potential to become an indispensable feature for exploring the world around you and interacting with information in new ways.