macOS 15.3: Anticipated Features on the Horizon
Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence, a major highlight of this year's announcements, promises innovative AI-driven tools. While some features have appeared in iOS 18.2, key LLM and NLP functions are still awaited on macOS, particularly for M1 Macs and later.
Advanced Siri Upgrades
The anticipated Siri overhaul, designed for more natural conversations and complex tasks, is yet to fully materialize on macOS. Advanced LLM and NLP integration is expected to enable Siri to process commands with deeper context and deliver more nuanced responses, potentially referencing on-screen text and prior conversations. Check out this article about Amazon's AGI Lab for more on AI agent development.
Genmoji Integration
Genmoji, the AI-powered tool for generating personalized emojis from text prompts, is currently unavailable on Mac. Its arrival in macOS 15.3 is anticipated, offering a creative way to enhance chats. For related AI image generation news, see X's AI Image Generator "Aurora" Returns.
Other Notable Features
- HomeKit Support for Robot Vacuums: Control compatible robot vacuums like Roomba through Siri, integrating automated cleaning into routines.
- Image Playground Sketch Style: The minimalist, hand-drawn Sketch Style aesthetic is still missing from Image Playground on macOS. Its addition will benefit creatives seeking quick drafts. See iOS 18.2: Image Playground App Arrives for more details.
- New Emojis: The fresh batch of emojis, including inclusive skin tones and cultural symbols, is expected to arrive with macOS 15.3.
- Memory Movies: Transform photos and videos into polished highlight reels using AI. The larger Mac screen enhances the editing experience.