Apple HIG guidance for Apple technology integrations: Siri, Apple Pay, HealthKit, HomeKit, ARKit, machine learning, generative AI, iCloud, Sign in with Apple, SharePlay, CarPlay, Game Center, in-app purchase, NFC, Wallet, VoiceOver, Maps, Mac Catalyst, and more. Use when asked about: "Siri integrati

Apple HIG: Technologies Check for .claude/apple design context.md before asking questions. Use existing context and only ask for information not already covered. Key Principles 1. Apple technologies extend app capabilities through system integration. Each technology has established user facing patterns; deviating creates confusion and erodes trust. 2. Privacy and user control are paramount. Especially for health, payment, and identity technologies. Request only needed data, explain why, respect choices. 3. Siri: natural, predictable, recoverable. Clear conversational intent phrases that complete quickly and confirm results. Support App Shortcuts for proactive suggestions. Handle errors with clear fallbacks. 4. Payments: transparent and frictionless. Standard Apple Pay button styles. Never ask for card details when Apple Pay is available. Clearly describe what the user is buying, the price, and whether it's one time or subscription. 5. Health data is deeply personal. Explain the health benefit before requesting access. CareKit tasks should be encouraging. ResearchKit consent flows must be thorough, readable, and respect autonomy. 6. HomeKit: simple and reliable. Immediate response when controlling devices. Clear device state. Graceful handling of connectivity issues. 7. AR: genuine value, not gimmicks. Use AR when spatial context improves understanding. Guide setup (surface, lighting, space). Provide clear exit back to standard interaction. 8. ML and generative AI: enhance without surprising. Smart suggestions, image recognition, text prediction. Clearly attribute AI generated content. Controls to edit, regenerate, or dismiss. Let users correct mistakes. 9. Sign in with Apple as top option. Standard button styles. Respect email hiding preference. ID Verifier: guided flows, don't store sensitive data beyond what verification requires. 10. iCloud: invisible and reliable sync. Data appears on all devices without manual intervention. Handle conflicts gracefully. Never lose data. 11. SharePlay: real time participation. Support multiple participants, show presence, handle latency. AirPlay: appropriate Now Playing metadata. 12. CarPlay: driver safety first. Minimize interaction complexity, large touch targets, no distracting content. Only permitted app types: audio, messaging, EV charging, navigation, parking, quick food ordering. 13. Accessibility is a baseline requirement. Every element has a meaningful VoiceOver label, trait, and action. Support Dynamic Type, Switch Control, and other assistive technologies. Test entirely with VoiceOver enabled. Reference Index Reference Topic Key content [siri.md](references/siri.md) Siri Intents, shortcuts, voice interaction, App Shortcuts [apple pay.md](references/apple pay.md) Apple Pay Payment buttons, checkout flow, security [tap to pay on iphone.md](references/tap to pay on iphone.md) Tap to Pay Merchant flows, contactless payment [in app purchase.md](references/in app purchase.md) In app purchase Subscriptions, one time purchases, transparency [healthkit.md](references/healthkit.md) HealthKit Health data access, privacy, permissions [carekit.md](references/carekit.md) CareKit Care plans, tasks, health management [researchkit.md](references/researchkit.md) ResearchKit Studies, informed consent, data collection [homekit.md](references/homekit.md) HomeKit Smart home control, device state, scenes [augmented reality.md](references/augmented reality.md) ARKit Spatial context, surface detection, setup [machine learning.md](references/machine learning.md) Core ML Predictions, smart features, confidence handling [generative ai.md](references/generative ai.md) Generative AI Attribution, editing, responsible AI, uncertainty [icloud.md](references/icloud.md) iCloud CloudKit, cross device sync, conflict resolution [sign in with apple.md](references/sign in with apple.md) Sign in with Apple Authentication, privacy, button styles [id verifier.md](references/id verifier.md) ID Verifier Identity verification, document scanning [shareplay.md](references/shareplay.md) SharePlay Shared experiences, participant presence [airplay.md](references/airplay.md) AirPlay Media streaming, Now Playing, wireless display [carplay.md](references/carplay.md) CarPlay Driver safety, permitted app types, large targets [game center.md](references/game center.md) Game Center Achievements, leaderboards, multiplayer [voiceover.md](references/voiceover.md) VoiceOver Screen reader, labels, traits, accessibility [wallet.md](references/wallet.md) Wallet Passes, tickets, loyalty cards [nfc.md](references/nfc.md) NFC Tag reading, quick interactions, App Clips [maps.md](references/maps.md) Maps Location display, annotations, directions [mac catalyst.md](references/mac catalyst.md) Mac Catalyst iPad to Mac, menu bar, keyboard, pointer [live photos.md](references/live photos.md) Live Photos Motion capture, playback, editing [imessage apps and stickers.md](references/imessage apps and stickers.md) iMessage apps Messages extension, stickers, compact UI [shazamkit.md](references/shazamkit.md) ShazamKit Audio recognition, music identification [always on.md](references/always on.md) Always on display Dimmed state, power efficiency, reduced updates [photo editing.md](references/photo editing.md) Photo editing System photo editor, filters, adjustments Output Format 1. Implementation checklist step by step requirements per Apple's guidelines. 2. Required vs optional features for approval. 3. Privacy and permission requirements data access, usage descriptions. 4. User facing flow from permission prompt through task completion. 5. Testing guidance key scenarios including edge cases. Questions to Ask 1. Which Apple technology? 2. Core use case? 3. Which platforms? 4. API requirements and entitlements reviewed? 5. What data or permissions needed? Related Skills hig inputs Input methods interacting with technologies (voice for Siri, Pencil for AR, gestures for Maps) hig components system Widgets, complications, Live Activities surfacing technology data hig components status Progress indicators for technology operations (sync, payment, AR loading) Built by [Raintree Technology](https://raintree.technology) · [More developer tools](https://raintree.technology)

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