Apple to Integrate Third-Party AI Assistants into Siri with iOS 27 Update
Apple plans to open Siri to external AI assistants in the upcoming iOS 27 update, allowing integration with services like Google Gemini and Anthropic's Claude.
Apple is set to enhance its Siri voice assistant by allowing integration with third-party AI services in the forthcoming iOS 27 update. This development will enable users to interact with AI chatbots such as Google Gemini and Anthropic's Claude directly through Siri, provided these applications are installed via the App Store.
The initiative aims to revitalize Apple's position in the artificial intelligence sector, where it has faced stiff competition from industry peers. By opening Siri to external AI assistants, Apple seeks to offer users a more versatile and personalized experience.
In addition to software enhancements, Apple has made strategic hires to bolster its AI capabilities. The company recently appointed Lilian Rincon, a former Google executive, as Vice President of AI Product Marketing. Rincon will report to Greg Joswiak, Apple's Senior Vice President of Worldwide Product Marketing.
These developments are expected to be showcased at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 8, 2026, where the company plans to unveil its latest software updates and AI advancements.