On March 31, technology news outlet 9to5Mac reported that Apple's AI system, Apple Intelligence, was inadvertently activated in China on Tuesday, only to be swiftly taken offline due to the error. The system, which made its debut in the United States in October 2024, had initially sparked widespread interest when rumors of its Chinese market launch surfaced. Several users took to social media platforms, sharing screenshots of a new 'Apple Intelligence and Siri' option appearing in their settings, with some even attempting to download the associated components. However, Bloomberg's seasoned journalist Mark Gurman swiftly clarified that the rollout was unauthorized and occurred by mistake, leading Apple to promptly disable the feature. Apple's official customer service also confirmed that Apple Intelligence has not yet secured regulatory approval for release in China, and any official launch would be duly announced on the company's official website.