Apple’s new iPhone notification feature is under scrutiny after generating misleading news headlines, according to a BBC report by Graham Fraser. The BBC has filed a complaint with Apple after the AI-powered summary feature incorrectly suggested that murder suspect Luigi Mangione had shot himself. The incident involves Apple Intelligence, that uses AI to summarize and group notifications on iPhones. A BBC spokesperson emphasized the importance of maintaining trust in their journalism, including notifications.
Another notable error involved a New York Times article where the AI incorrectly summarized a story about Netanyahu, suggesting he had been arrested when the article actually discussed an arrest warrant.
Professor Petros Iosifidis from City University London called the mistake “embarrassing” and warned about the danger of spreading disinformation. Apple has declined to comment on the issue, though users can report concerns about notification summaries directly through their devices.