writing tools Archives

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Stable One UI 7 rolls out to users both in the U.S. and European regions

The stable version of One UI 7 has started rolling out for eligible Galaxy users in the U.S. and Europe, beginning with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6. The update, approximately 5.2GB in size, includes the April security patch and enhances the AI experience with new writing tools and image generation capabilities. Users can check for the update by navigating to Settings > Software Update > Check for updates. One UI 7 features a refreshed Notification panel, a vertically-scrolling app drawer, and a new "Now Bar" for quick access to various controls. Samsung plans to extend the update to older devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4, S23 FE, A34, A35, S22, S21 series, and Tab S9/S8 series, by May. The rollout is occurring in phases.

AppWizard

March 3, 2025

More Android phones should copy how the Xiaomi 15 offers its AI writing tools

The Xiaomi 15 series integrates AI writing tools directly into the Android text selection menu, allowing users to summarize, proofread, extend, or rewrite text across all applications. Users can access these features by selecting text and tapping the AI writing button in the selection menu. In contrast, competitors like Google Pixel and OnePlus limit their AI writing capabilities to specific first-party applications. Samsung's upcoming One UI 7 update will also enable system-wide access to AI writing features, indicating a potential trend in the smartphone industry towards broader integration of such tools.

AppWizard

December 20, 2024

Android 16 introduces new tools to control AI text generation in apps

Google is releasing Android 16, which includes the WritingTools API that allows app developers to control the use of AI writing tools. The API introduces two methods: isWritingToolsEnabled() and setWritingToolsEnabled(), enabling applications to manage AI interactions with specific text fields. By default, AI writing tools are enabled, but developers can disable them in sensitive areas such as password fields and email addresses. This aims to standardize practices across Android keyboards, as not all third-party keyboards currently follow similar protocols. The API is part of a broader set of innovations in Android 16 Developer Preview 2, which also includes enhanced haptic controls, searchable cloud media items, and an adaptive refresh rate API.

AppWizard

December 19, 2024

Android 16 will let apps block AI writing tools

Google has released the second developer preview of Android 16, which includes the Writing Tools API. This API allows applications to opt out of AI-driven text generation. It features two methods in the EditorInfo class: isWritingToolsEnabled(), which indicates if AI writing tools are active (enabled by default), and setWritingToolsEnabled(), which allows apps to prevent AI tools from rewriting user-generated text. Developers can disable these tools in contexts like password or numeric input fields. The API aims to give developers greater control over when to use AI writing tools, particularly in sensitive scenarios. Keyboard app developers are responsible for adhering to the API guidelines, though users may find ways to bypass restrictions.

Winsage

December 5, 2024

Official: Samsung is killing DeX for PC with One UI 7

Samsung has introduced One UI 7, featuring a suite of Galaxy AI tools to enhance the writing experience. The update includes an on-device large language model that activates when users select text, displaying a pop-up editing menu with the Galaxy AI icon. The writing tools card offers six options: Spelling and grammar, Writing style, Summarize, Bullet points, and Composer. Each tool serves specific functions, such as checking for errors, exploring different writing tones, condensing content, transforming paragraphs into bullet points, and generating content based on descriptions. These features are available in the One UI 7 beta for Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra, with plans for expansion to other Galaxy AI-compatible devices, while non-Galaxy AI devices may lack support due to computing limitations.

Winsage

November 1, 2024

Parallels brings Apple Intelligence Writing Tools to Windows

Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.1, introducing Apple Intelligence tools on the Mac platform, which enhance productivity and extend capabilities to Windows applications via Parallels Desktop. Users with a Mac running macOS 15.1 or later can access Writing Tools in Windows virtual machines to improve written content. These tools include functionalities for summarizing text and transforming content into organized lists or tables. To use the Writing Tools in Windows apps, users must update Parallels Tools and can access the features through a keyboard shortcut or the macOS menu bar. Parallels Desktop now supports the ARM version of Windows 11 on M3 Macs. A free trial of Parallels Desktop is available.

Winsage

November 1, 2024

Using Windows 11 on your Mac? You no longer have to miss out on Apple Intelligence thanks to Parallels Desktop

Apple Intelligence has launched on macOS Sequoia 15.1, featuring Writing Tools that allow users to proofread, rewrite, and adjust the tone of their writing. Parallels Desktop has been updated to enable access to these tools for users running Windows 11 on their Macs. The Writing Tools can be activated easily in applications like Microsoft Word and are designed to enhance productivity. Currently, Writing Tools is the only Apple Intelligence feature available on Windows via Parallels, with hopes for more tools in the future. Parallels Desktop is priced starting at .99 / £89.99.

Winsage

October 16, 2024

This Windows app brings Apple Intelligence’s text tools to your PC

The "Writing Tools" app for Windows PCs is an AI writing assistant powered by Google's Gemini 1.5 Flash model, designed to enhance productivity and creativity across various applications. It supports writing in all applications, including those without built-in AI features, and offers functionalities such as translation, summary generation, table creation, key point extraction, customizable hotkeys, and a user-friendly interface. The app is free to use but requires an active internet connection. Future updates may include local model integration to address connectivity issues. The app is available for download on GitHub.