How to Set Up Visual Intelligence on iPhone 15 Pro (iOS 18.4 Beta)

Visual Intelligence is an AI-powered camera tool that lets you scan objects, extract text, identify landmarks, and more—similar to Google Lens but deeply integrated into iOS.  

What is Visual Intelligence on iPhone 16?

Visual Intelligence likely refers to AI-driven camera and image processing features, such as:  

-Visual intelligence Enhanced the Computational Photography (better in Night Mode and Portrait Mode)  

-Real-time object & Scene Recognition (identifying text, objects, landmarks)  

-AI-powered editing (automated background removal, style transfers)  

-Augmented Reality (AR) Enhancements (better depth sensing, 3D scanning)  

-Visual Search (like Google Lens but deeply integrated into iOS)  

Since the iPhone 15 Pro doesn’t have the dedicated Camera Control button (coming on iPhone 16), you’ll need to assign Visual Intelligence to the Action Button or Lock Screen.  

Method 1: Assign Visual Intelligence to the Action Button (Quickest Access)

1. Open Settings → Tap "Action Button".

2. Swipe left/right to cycle through options.  

3. Select "Visual Intelligence".  

4. Exit Settings.  

5. Now, press & hold the Action Button (left side) to launch it instantly.  

Method 2: Add a Lock Screen Shortcut (Alternative Access) 

1. Long-press your Lock Screen → Tap "Customize".  

2. You have to Tap on the bottom-left or bottom-right shortcut area.  

3. Scroll to "Apple Intelligence & Siri" (or search "Visual Intelligence").  

4. Select it → Tap "Done".  

5. Now, swipe up from the shortcut on the Lock Screen to launch it.  

What Can You Do with Visual Intelligence?

Visual Intelligence turns your camera into a smart search tool, similar to Google Lens but deeply integrated into iOS. Here’s what can do with visual intelligence?

1. Identify Objects, Text & Landmarks

- Point your camera at:  

 - Restaurant signs→ Get hours, contact info, and reviews.  

- Plants & animals → Species identification (added in iOS 18.3).  

- Posters/ads→ Extract event details (dates, locations).  

2. Scan & Extract Text (Live Text 2.0)

- Capture a document, receipt, or flyer→ AI extracts text for copying, translation, or saving.  

- Posters with event dates → Auto-create Calendar events (though location detection may need improvement).  

3. Quick Actions with AI

- Tap "Ask ChatGPT" (if enabled in Apple Intelligence) for deeper insights.  

- Tap on the "Search" option to run a Google search on the captured image.  

4. Limitations (Early Beta Quirks) 

- May struggle with multiple dates (e.g., sports schedules).  

- Not always accurate (e.g., location data missing from Calendar events).  

- Requires good lighting & focus for best results.  

Conclusion 

Apple is likely pushing Visual Intelligence as a key iPhone 16 feature, blending AI with camera, AR, and productivity tools. Would you like a deeper dive into any specific feature? Comment in the below section.