Apple Intelligence’s first set of features included tools we’re pretty familiar with, like glowing gradients to indicate the presence of AI, the ability to change the tone of an email, and a photo clean-up tool that lets AI eliminate distractions.

Fortunately, it's super easy to turn off, but it goes to show that Apple Intelligence is here to stay in the walled garden.

Right at the top of the Apple Intelligence menu is the toggle to switch off Apple Intelligence in its entirety. You'll need to tap the green toggle, and then confirm to Apple that you want Apple Intelligence switched off — and are content not having access to everything it has to offer.

Apple made waves when it rolled out iOS 18 in fall, bringing a host of AI-powered features to iPhones thanks to Apple Intelligence. Initially, you had to opt into Apple Intelligence features. The latest update,