AI without internet
AI that works without internet.
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Download a model once, then use Loci in airplane mode, abroad with no roaming, or away from signal.
Key takeaways
- Use Loci on flights, while traveling without roaming, or when service is unreliable.
- The model lives on your device, so Loci does not depend on cloud uptime for everyday answers.
- Loci keeps working when networks do not, but it is not a substitute for emergency services.
Why AI without internet feels different
Cloud AI can be powerful, but it is one lost connection away from silence. Loci moves the core model onto your iPhone so the answer path stays local.
That same local architecture also supports the privacy and eco-friendly promises: no chat upload, and everyday answers can run without a server farm.
| Question | Loci | Cloud AI |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy and data handling | Loci does not upload chat data for its main AI features. | Prompts must leave the device to get an answer. |
| Environmental footprint | Everyday AI replies run on your phone instead of a server farm. | Replies depend on data center computers. |
| Works without internet | Works in airplane mode after a one-time model download. | One dead bar can make the service unavailable. |
Frequently asked questions
Can Loci work in airplane mode?
Yes. After the model is downloaded, Loci works in airplane mode.
What does Loci need the internet for?
Optional web search needs internet and only runs when you explicitly ask while online.
Is Loci an emergency services app?
No. Loci is not a replacement for emergency services, medical care, or safety-critical tools. It is an AI app that keeps working when networks do not.
Download Loci
Your AI, even with no bars.
Download Loci and keep AI available without depending on uptime, roaming, or a live network.
