Mark Gurman Dismisses Apple Intelligence China Launch As Error, Points To Missing Approval And Unusual Timing

Analyst Mark Gurman reported that Apple Intelligence’s brief appearance for users in China was an accidental deployment, not an official launch, due to a lack of regulatory approval. Gurman emphasized that Apple would not launch AI in such a crucial market without an announcement, noting the unusual timing and technical inconsistencies. The delay in China for Apple Intelligence is attributed to strict local regulations requiring partnerships with domestic AI providers and compliance with government rules.