<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Apple's WWDC 2025 downplayed AI, focusing on integrating AI into existing tools rather than creating new ones.The addition of smart features like Live Translation seemed to be in response to Google and Samsung rather than leading AI efforts.Apple emphasized the redesign of iOS, macOS with 'Liquid Glass' material design, while Siri was notably absent.The author values user experience over AI advancements, preferring genuine transformational uses of AI.The redesigned iOS and macOS with practical features are seen as more user-centric than flashy AI tools.The author, a user of iPhone 16 Pro Max and MacBook Air M2, finds Apple Intelligence tools sporadically useful but not transformative.Many Apple users appreciate the functionality and efficiency of Apple devices over flashy AI-driven experiences.The article suggests that while AI is praised by some, others prefer tech that 'just works' without overly relying on AI.Apple's approach of focusing on visual and functional software changes rather than AI at WWDC is seen as a smart move.Apple is viewed as adopting emergent technology only when mature and consumer-friendly, while Google is seen as AI-focused.The decision to downplay AI at WWDC 2025 may benefit Apple due to the current state of AI technology.The article questions whether more AI is needed in iPhones and invites comments on the topic.