Apple Siri AI Tipped to Run on Google Gemini

Apple is gearing up to revamp its Siri AI technology with the help of Google’s Gemini model. The long-awaited update is expected to be released with iOS 26.4 in early 2026, potentially in March or April. To enhance Siri’s capabilities, Apple is reportedly planning to collaborate with Google for a custom version of Gemini that will run on Apple’s private servers.

Gemini’s hidden influence

Despite Google’s involvement, the partnership between Apple and Google will not be overtly apparent to users. Siri’s functionality will remain under Apple’s control, with Gemini providing the necessary intelligence in the background. Apple reportedly evaluated Gemini against Anthropic for this role, ultimately choosing Gemini due to financial considerations and their existing relationship with Google.

Apple’s journey to enhance Siri has been marked by delays and setbacks, with promises of a smarter Siri dating back to the launch of iOS 18 and forming a crucial aspect of the iPhone 16’s features in late 2024. The collaboration with Google’s Gemini model signals Apple’s commitment to delivering a more advanced AI experience through Siri.