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Apple Introduces Call Recording in iOS 18 With AI Features

Published 12 June 2024

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Apple finally brings call recording to iPhones with the upcoming iOS 18 update. The long-awaited feature will allow users to record phone calls directly from the Phone app.

On Monday, June 10, Apple software engineering lead Craig Federighi announced at WWDC 2024 that they are introducing an in-built call recorder to iPhones.

Call recording on iPhones comes with the upcoming iOS 18 version, which is currently in beta form and is set to release in September 2024.

The iOS 18 is compatible with the following devices,

iPhone 15
iPhone 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 14
iPhone 14 Plus
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro Max
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 mini
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone XS
iPhone XS Max
iPhone XR
iPhone SE

The call recording option will appear on the live call screen alongside the “End” and “Mute” buttons.

When you start recording, all participants will be notified. You still need to follow local laws and require permission from the other party/parties to record calls.

It’s unclear whether the notification works with other iPhone users only or if the participants across all phone types will be notified.

Call recordings on iPhones come with an added AI magic on the top. As you start recording, Apple Intelligence generates your call transcription in real-time. Moreover, when the call ends, it provides a summary, highlighting the key points discussed during the call.

Apple says the call transcription will be available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, and Portuguese.

Many Android devices have been call recording for years. Some Android phones notify participants, but others silently record calls, raising privacy concerns. Although Android has supported call recording for a while, Apple’s focus on privacy and ease of use sets a new standard.