What phone do I need to run foundation model?
Asked on 06/11/2025
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To run the on-device foundation model, you need a device that supports Apple Intelligence. The Foundation Models framework is available on macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and VisionOS. It is designed to run on devices like an iPhone, as mentioned in the Platforms State of the Union session. However, the availability of the model depends on whether Apple Intelligence is supported, enabled, and ready on your specific device.
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