Apple lets developers tap into its offline AI models | TechCrunch
Jun 09, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Apple announced the launch of its Foundation Models framework at WWDC 2025, allowing developers to utilize Apple's AI models offline and on-device. This framework, part of Apple Intelligence, enables apps to leverage on-device AI for enhanced user experiences without incurring cloud API costs. Apple VP Craig Federighi highlighted its potential, such as creating personalized quizzes for studying. The framework supports Swift and allows developers to access AI models with minimal code. Companies like Automattic and AllTrails are already integrating it into their apps.
The Foundation Models framework is available for testing through the Apple Developer Program, with a public beta set for release next month. Apple emphasizes that this approach not only enhances app functionality but also maintains user privacy.
Key takeaways:
Apple is launching the Foundation Models framework to allow developers to use its AI models offline and on-device.
The framework is part of Apple Intelligence and aims to enhance app experiences without cloud API costs.
Foundation Models framework supports Swift and allows developers to access AI models with minimal code.
The framework is available for testing through the Apple Developer Program, with a public beta coming next month.
