“Siri Gets an Update”: Apple to Add Support for Rival AI Assistants Gemini and Claude in 2026

FomoAnxiety · 2026-03-26T19:43:59+00:00

Apple is revamping Siri by allowing integration with rival AI assistants like Google's Gemini and Anthropic's Claude, enhancing user choice and potentially increasing revenue through third-party subscriptions. This overhaul will be part of the iOS 27 update expected in late 2026.

FomoAnxiety

2026-03-26 19:43:59

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Apple AAPL -0.07% ▼ is preparing a major overhaul of Siri, its virtual assistant. The tech giant plans to let rival AI assistants such as Google’s GOOGL -3.54% ▼ Gemini and Anthropic’s Claude integrate directly with Siri as part of its upcoming iOS 27 update in late 2026, Bloomberg reported.

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The move reflects Apple’s efforts to catch up with rivals that have moved faster in generative AI and to transform the iPhone into a versatile AI platform.

A More Open Siri

Apple is reportedly developing a new system, called Extensions, which will allow AI chatbot apps installed through the App Store to plug into Siri. This means users will be able to choose which AI service handles a request, whether Apple’s own models, OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude, directly from Siri’s interface. The move could boost Apple’s revenue by allowing it to take a cut of third‑party AI subscription sales.

In test versions of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, users can choose which AI services they want Siri to use through a new settings menu. From there, they can also access a special App Store section to download more AI assistants.

Not Just ChatGPT Anymore

Siri already supports ChatGPT through Apple’s partnership with OpenAI, but that exclusivity will end. Under the new system, Siri will be able to route queries to multiple AI backends, depending on user preference or the nature of the request.

Apple is also still working with Google to rebuild parts of Siri using Gemini models, which will power some Apple Intelligence features. This effort is separate from the new Extensions system.

The company is expected to reveal the new Siri capabilities at WWDC on June 8.

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