Apple has reportedly asked Google to explore setting up servers that would run the new Siri while still following Apple’s privacy rules.
Apple had already revealed in January that the future version of Apple Foundation Models would be built on Gemini models and Google’s cloud technology.
Apple first unveiled its vision for a smarter Siri at its developer conference in June 2024.
Apple has reportedly asked Google to explore setting up servers that would run the new Siri while still following Apple’s privacy rules. Apple had already revealed in January that the future version of Apple Foundation Models would be built on Gemini models and Google’s cloud technology. And said that these models would power new Apple Intelligence features, including the new Siri. However, Apple did not clearly state at the time whether the assistant would operate directly on Google’s cloud infrastructure.
SurveyA new report by The Information suggests Apple may rely more heavily on Google than expected. The report also highlights Apple’s long-standing approach to building its own data centres. Compared with competitors such as Microsoft, Google and Amazon, Apple has spent less on expanding cloud infrastructure.
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So far, Apple’s AI features have not seen strong demand. According to the report, only around 10 per cent of the company’s Private Cloud Compute capacity is being used on average. This low usage suggests that Apple’s AI tools have not yet attracted as many users as hoped.
In related news, Apple confirmed earlier this month that it will be rolling out the long-delayed Siri in 2026. This confirmation came after reports suggested that the AI Siri might face yet another delay.
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For those unaware, the tech giant first unveiled its vision for a smarter Siri at its developer conference in June 2024, showcasing capabilities such as understanding on-screen content, recognising personal context, and much more. At the time, Apple was expected to roll out the upgraded Siri in spring 2025. However, when spring arrived, the company admitted that the features were not yet ready and pushed the timeline back by about a year.
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