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Apple Opens iOS to Third-Party AI Models
6 May
Summary
- iOS 27 will let users select their preferred AI model for core features.
- Google's Gemini is confirmed as a default for Apple Intelligence.
- Apple will benefit financially by taking a fee from AI subscriptions.
Apple's upcoming iOS 27 update will empower users to select their preferred AI models for various features, including the Siri assistant. Google's Gemini has been chosen as a default for Apple Intelligence functions such as Writing Tools and Image Playground.
The update will introduce "Extensions," enabling users to integrate third-party AI models like Anthropic's Claude. This strategy allows for greater user choice amid increasing AI market competition. Apple is expected to generate revenue by taking a commission from AI subscriptions facilitated through its App Store.
This development marks a shift for OpenAI, which will now be one of several third-party models available, losing its exclusive status. While still accessible via Extensions, it misses out on a potentially exclusive partnership for Apple's core AI offerings.
