Ammon News - Apple is reportedly in early talks with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power a revamped version of Siri, marking a potential shift in strategy for the Cupertino-based company as it seeks to catch up in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Why Apple Is Considering Gemini

Apple has faced delays and internal challenges in rolling out its next-generation Siri, originally promised as part of its Apple Intelligence suite in iOS 18. The updated Siri was expected to offer deeper contextual understanding and personal data integration, but engineering setbacks pushed its release to 2026. In response, Apple began exploring partnerships with leading AI companies—including OpenAI (ChatGPT), Anthropic (Claude), and now Google (Gemini)—to potentially power the new Siri experience.

Gemini’s Appeal

Google’s Gemini is a multimodal AI system capable of processing text, images, audio, and video. It has already been integrated into Android and Samsung’s Galaxy AI, offering advanced natural language understanding and contextual awareness. Apple is reportedly asking Google to train a version of Gemini that can run on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute infrastructure, preserving Apple’s commitment to privacy and on-device processing.

Internal Testing and Strategy

Apple is currently developing two versions of the new Siri:

-Linwood: Powered by Apple’s own models.
-Glenwood: Powered by third-party technology, such as Gemini.
-The company is conducting an internal “bake-off” to compare performance across models before making a final decision. While Apple has made progress with its own large language models—including a trillion-parameter model in testing—it has not ruled out licensing external technology if it proves superior.

Implications of a Gemini-Powered Siri

If Apple moves forward with Gemini, it could:

-Significantly enhance Siri’s capabilities in natural language processing and contextual reasoning.
-Enable more complex, multi-step voice commands and deeper app integration.
-Position Apple alongside Samsung and Google in leveraging Gemini for consumer AI features.
-Maintain user privacy by running the model on Apple’s own servers.
-This potential collaboration between two long-time rivals underscores the urgency and complexity of building competitive AI systems. It also reflects Apple’s willingness to prioritize user experience—even if it means licensing core technology from a competitor.