Local LLM-Vision — Fully Offline iOS AI
Run LLM & Vision AI fully offline on your iPhone
What it does
A fully on-device AI app for iOS that runs both large language models (LLMs) and vision-language models (VLMs) entirely offline. Chat with local LLMs or analyze images in real time, all powered by Apple Metal acceleration. Unlike cloud-based AI apps, no data is uploaded and no internet connection is required. You can switch between multiple models depending on speed, size, and reasoning needs. Private, fast, and designed for modern iPhones.
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