How to Remove Google from Apple Intelligence Visual Features

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If you’re using an iPhone 17 Air and notice that Visual Intelligence always defaults to Google Search, but you want to use a different search engine, don’t worry — you can make the switch. Here’s a simple way to change your default search engine on your iPhone.

First, open your iPhone’s Settings app. Then, scroll down and tap on “Safari” — this is where your browsing preferences are managed. In Safari’s settings, look for the option called “Search Engine.” Tap on it, and you will see a list of available options like Google, Bing, Yahoo, and DuckDuckGo.

Select the search engine you prefer, such as DuckDuckGo or Bing. Once you tap on your choice, it becomes your default search engine whenever you use browsing features like Visual Intelligence or Safari.

If you’re using Visual Intelligence in a specific app and it doesn’t seem to switch, check the app’s settings. Some apps let you choose your preferred search engine within their options. Make sure to set your new preferred engine there too.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to stop Google from being your default search engine and start using the one you prefer. This way, you keep your browsing private and enjoy a better experience on your iPhone.