Key AI APIs in iOS 26.1
- On-device text and vision models: Low-latency inference with no data egress.
- App Intents + AI: Richer shortcuts with context-aware suggestions.
- Background ML tasks: Energy-aware scheduling for training small adapters.
Designing for Privacy
Use on-device inference for PII, request minimal entitlements, and provide transparent disclosures. Leverage Private Relay for any cloud calls.
Performance Tips
- Quantized models for speed and battery.
- Lazy-loading adapters; cache warming at app start.
- Graceful degradation to rules-based fallbacks.
Monetization
Use AI-powered upsells: personalized paywalls, smart trials, and context-aware cross-sells that respect ATT and App Review guidelines.