How to Disable Unsupported AI Features on iPhone 13 with Apple Intelligence

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If you’re using an iPhone 13 and finding that AI features are showing as not supported, it can be frustrating, especially if you’re trying to turn off certain functions. Here’s a simple guide to help you disable AI-related features on your iPhone.

First, it’s important to identify which features you want to turn off. AI functions can include things like Siri suggestions, auto-generating summaries, or other smart features that Apple has integrated into iOS. Sometimes, these can be linked to specific apps or settings that are not immediately obvious.

Since you mentioned these options are not available in your settings or screen time, here’s what you can do:

Turn off Siri & Search:
Go to Settings > Siri & Search. Toggle off Listen for ‘Hey Siri’, Press Home for Siri (or Side Button for newer models), and Allow Siri when locked. This will disable most AI-driven voice features.

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Disable Siri Suggestions:
Within Siri & Search, scroll down and turn off options like Suggestions on Lock Screen, Suggestions in Search, and Suggestions in Look Up. This will reduce AI-generated suggestions and summaries from appearing.
Disable Siri in Caret Settings:
If you don’t use Siri, turning it off completely is the simplest way to remove AI prompts.
Check for App Specific AI Features:
Some apps have built-in AI features or summaries. Open individual apps like Messages, Mail, or Notes, and check their settings. Turn off any AI or smart summaries if available.
Update Your iPhone:
Make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. Apple sometimes updates features or provides more control options in newer updates.
Reset Settings:
If you still see AI features working, you might consider resetting all settings.
Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings. Note: this resets preferences but not your data.

Remember, some AI features might be embedded deeply or tied to Apple’s background processes. Disabling Siri and related suggestions generally reduces most AI-driven features, giving you a more straightforward experience.

Hopefully, these steps help you regain control over your iPhone 13 and turn off the AI features you find unnecessary.