Apple is reportedly building a more conversational Siri powered by LLMs | TechCrunch
Nov 21, 2024 - techcrunch.com
Apple is reportedly developing a new version of its voice assistant, Siri, which will be powered by advanced large language models, according to Bloomberg. The new, more conversational Siri is part of Apple's efforts to catch up in the AI field, where competitors have launched more natural-sounding features. The new assistant is expected to fully replace the current Siri interface by spring 2026, and will be similar to OpenAI’s Advanced Voice Mode, with the same access to personal data and apps that Siri currently has.
In the meantime, Apple is depending on third parties to enhance the iPhone’s advanced AI features. OpenAI’s ChatGPT will be integrated into Apple Intelligence in December, and Apple is reportedly in talks with other AI providers, such as Google and Anthropic, for similar collaborations.
Key takeaways:
Apple is developing a new version of its voice assistant, Siri, which will be powered by advanced large language models.
This new version of Siri is part of Apple's efforts to catch up in the AI field, where competitors have released more advanced and natural-sounding features.
The new assistant is expected to fully replace the current Siri interface and is planned for release in the spring of 2026.
Until the new Siri is released, Apple is relying on third parties such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google, and Anthropic to power the iPhone's advanced AI features.
