Shortcuts is the best Apple app you're not using - and iOS 26 makes it even more powerful

At WWDC 2025, Apple showcased multiple new functionalities coming to its Shortcuts app. While most of these features were part of the MacOS 26 announcement, the Shortcuts app on iPhone will receive this update, too. The Shortcut app can use AI directly and enables developers to access Apple's on-device large language model (LLM). This means you can use AI-based Shortcut features without requiring an active internet connection.

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Apple's Shortcut app is one of the most underrated system apps across the industry. It's a built-in automation tool that can help make your Apple device truly your own by creating custom commands and actions. Not many users are aware of its capabilities because it can be overwhelming to use. But Apple is now supercharging it with ...