Apple's latest iOS 18.1 beta introduces new AI-driven features known as Apple Intelligence, which will gradually roll out starting in October 2024. Key features include 'Clean Up' for photo editing, AI-powered writing tools, notification summaries, and an enhanced Siri interface, available only on newer devices like the iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Silicon Macs. Additionally, Apple has made Apple Intelligence accessible outside the US by only requiring users to set Siri and the device language to US English. The updates also include cross-platform enhancements in iPadOS 18 and macOS Sequoia 15.1, with notable improvements in app customization and usability. Apple's upcoming event on September 9 is expected to announce the iPhone 16 lineup and final release dates for these software updates.