Google’s Gemini to Power Apple’s AI Features Like Siri
Apple taps Google’s Gemini to supercharge Siri—here’s what it means for privacy, performance, and your iPhone experience in 2026.
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Google’s Gemini to Power Apple’s AI Features Like Siri
Apple Confirms Google’s Gemini Will Power Next-Gen Siri In a move that reshapes the AI landscape, Apple has officially partnered with Google to integrate its powerful Gemini AI models into core features like Siri . After months of speculation, both tech giants confirmed the collaboration on January 12, 2026, signaling a strategic shift for Apple, which has long prioritized in-house development. The deal—reportedly valued near $1 billion —aims to close the gap between Siri and more advanced assistants like Google Assistant and ChatGPT, answering a key user question: Why has Siri felt behind? Now, with Gemini’s large language capabilities, Apple promises smarter, faster, and more contextual responses. Credit: Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto / Getty Images Why Apple Chose Google Over OpenAI or Anthropic Though Apple tested rival models from OpenAI and Anthropic , internal evaluations pointed to Google’s Gemini as the most capable foundation for Apple’s needs. According to joint statements, “Google’s …
