Apple Tests App Store AI-Generated Tags in iOS 26 Beta

App Store AI-generated tags debut in iOS 26 beta—shaping the future of app discoverability using Apple’s AI-powered optimization.
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Apple Tests App Store AI-Generated Tags in iOS 26 Beta
Apple Launches App Store AI-Generated Tags in iOS 26 Beta App developers eager to boost visibility in the App Store now have a new tool to explore: App Store AI-generated tags , currently available in the iOS 26 developer beta. These smart tags mark a shift in how app discoverability is handled, relying on artificial intelligence to surface relevant apps based on more than just names and keyword lists. If you’ve been wondering how to rank better or how AI will impact App Store optimization (ASO) in 2025, Apple’s move offers fresh insights.                         Image : Google These AI-powered tags are not yet live for public users, but they’re already available in the iOS 26 beta environment. That means developers can preview how Apple’s algorithms will interpret and categorize their apps moving forward. Unlike traditional metadata methods, Apple is now leveraging AI to scan screenshots, app descriptions, and other components to generate contextual tags—enhancing how users find apps org…