Meta has quietly removed support for Apple Intelligence Writing Tools across its major apps, including Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp. Users on iPhone and iPad devices can no longer access these AI-powered writing features directly within the apps. Although Meta has not issued a formal explanation, the decision marks a clear separation between the two tech giants.
Restrictions Apply Only to Mobile Apps
Currently, users can still access Apple Intelligence Writing Tools through web browsers. This means those visiting Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp via Safari or another browser on Mac, iPhone, or iPad are unaffected. However, apps downloaded through the App Store must specifically enable Apple’s Writing Tools, and Meta’s apps have now opted out.
Timeline of the Change
While Meta has not confirmed when the block began, community discussions suggest the shift started around December 2024. Surprisingly, the update went largely unnoticed until recently, indicating that Apple’s Writing Tools may not have been widely used on Meta platforms. The Sorcererhat Tech blog first brought attention to the issue.
Bigger Rivalry Brewing?
Interestingly, Meta has been building its own AI services but does not offer anything similar to Apple’s Writing Tools. Moreover, reports surfaced in mid-2024 that Apple was in talks with Meta about potentially integrating Meta’s AI technology into iOS 18. Although Apple has moved forward with ChatGPT and may also bring in Google Gemini, no Meta AI features have officially landed on iOS.
Final Thoughts
As competition between tech companies heats up in the AI space, users find themselves caught in the middle. Meta’s decision to block Apple Intelligence Writing Tools on its apps highlights the growing divide between Apple and Meta. Whether this is just the beginning of broader conflicts over AI integration remains to be seen.
