The deal, which was rumored to be in the works last year, marks an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in a key market.
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6:17 AM PDT · July 16, 2026
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Apple Intelligence, the iPhone maker’s generative AI offering, is coming to China.
Apple Intelligence OK’d to Launch in China, Using AI Models from Baidu and Alibaba
China approves Apple Intelligence for phones, with Alibaba, Baidu as partners
China approves Apple Intelligence for iPhones, with Alibaba, Baidu as partners
Apple receives approval for on-device AI integration in China
Apple Intelligence approved for China launch with Alibaba's Qwen AI
Apple Intelligence AI service registered with Chinese cyberspace regulator
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Apple's AI Tools Get China Approval
Link to: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3360685/china-approves-apple-intelligence-phones-alibaba-baidu-emerging-partners
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