@10xmylife: The long-awaited Apple AI has finally been officially announced. Alibaba secured the partnership, and it launches in December.
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Apple AI (Apple Intelligence) has officially announced a partnership with Alibaba, which will provide support for the service. It is expected to launch in China in December.
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The long-awaited Apple AI has finally been officially announced. Alibaba secured the partnership, and it launches in December. https://t.co/o1nK5GxUu1
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