Siri

Apple is reportedly integrating a customized version of Google’s Gemini into Siri, a move that could cost Apple $1 billion annually. This upgrade aims to enhance Siri’s summarization and planning capabilities by leveraging Gemini’s 1.2 trillion parameter model. A hybrid approach is planned, with Apple’s Private Cloud Compute ensuring data privacy. The collaboration reflects Apple’s strategy to bridge AI capability gaps and stay competitive, while intending to develop its own technology long-term. The updated Siri, codenamed “Linwood,” is expected in iOS 26.4.