More Than Siri, ChatGPT? iOS 27 Users To Get New AI Tools For Images, Emojis

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giant Apple may soon bring a major change to its device related to how artificial intelligence works. The company could allow users to choose from multiple third-party AI services to power features across its ecosystem. As per Bloomberg, this update is likely to arrive with the upcoming versions iOS, iPadOS and macOS later this year.

How Users Can Get More Control Over AI Tools

Under the new system, users are likely to get a choice to pick AI models for tasks like editing text, writing, and creating images. It simply means that iOS users will not continue to get only a single AI provider anymore. Currently, OpenAI’s ChatGPT is the major external AI option accessible within Apple’s AI features. However, this exclusivity might not be there for longer.

Changes Expected To Siri And Apple Intelligence

Apple might be working on bringing similar flexibility to Siri. Users are expected to replace ChatGPT with other AI chatbots inside Siri. The company’s Apple Intelligence integrated ChatGPT into tools like Image Playground and Writing Tools. This upcoming update will likely expand this by allowing more AI providers. Apple is reportedly calling this feature ‘Extensions’ internally. It may let AI apps connect directly with Apple Intelligence. Users could choose which AI tool they want to use through the Settings app. The tech firm might also be planning a dedicated section in the App Store to highlight AI apps that may support this feature. The tech firm has been said to be testing and exploring integrations with Anthropic and Google. Apple has been reported to work with Google to improve the technology behind Siri while Anthropic could support internal AI development efforts. Rather than building its own AI models, Apple seems to be positioning its devices as a platform where multiple AI services can work together. For OpenAI, this change could reduce its advantage on Apple devices.