Apple is said to be working on a new version of its voice assistant, Siri, with a more advanced software architecture. This update could potentially position Siri as a strong contender against OpenAI's popular AI chatbot ChatGPT. The company has long been planning this upgrade to enhance Siri's conversational abilities and improve its ability to understand and execute user commands.
AI Evolution
Recent reports from Bloomberg suggest that Apple has made significant strides in developing the new version of Siri over the past six months. Apple executives are optimistic about the capabilities of this next-generation Siri, viewing it as a worthy competitor to ChatGPT. The revamped Siri is expected to efficiently handle user tasks, transforming from a basic voice assistant into a more sophisticated AI-powered chatbot.
AI Development
In a bid to enhance Siri's capabilities, Apple has established new artificial intelligence offices in Zurich. These teams are actively working on a novel software architecture for Siri, indicating that the company is rebuilding Siri from scratch with a monolithic model. Apple is also working on a Large Language Model engine to equip Siri with natural conversation abilities and a better understanding of user prompts.
Collaboration Talks
With the upcoming iOS 19 update, Siri is anticipated to be powered by Gemini AI instead of ChatGPT. Additionally, Apple is reportedly engaging in discussions with Perplexity for a potential collaboration in the future. While Apple continues to develop its own AI capabilities, the company may rely on other AI models for tasks requiring artificial intelligence until Apple Intelligence is fully operational.
