Apple is on the brink of incorporating OpenAI's ChatGPT into iOS 18, aimed at boosting the AI capabilities of its devices, according to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg. While the details of the integration are still under wraps, Apple is also engaging in discussions with Google to potentially include the Gemini chatbot, although these talks have not yet concluded in an agreement.
Apple CEO Tim Cook previously expressed his enthusiasm for AI, including his personal use of ChatGPT. He has also highlighted the importance of ensuring privacy and security in these integrations, aligning with Apple's commitment to high standards.
Enhancements and New Features in iOS 18
iOS 18 is rumored to feature advanced AI-driven functionalities such as transcription and summarization tools, particularly within the Notes and Voice Memos apps. These capabilities are expected to be available across Apple's ecosystem, including iPadOS 18 and macOS 15, as Apple seeks to keep pace with competitors like Microsoft and Google who are also enhancing their systems with similar technologies.
A significant update to Siri is also on the horizon, with plans to equip Apple's voice assistant with generative AI to improve conversational abilities and versatility. This initiative is part of a larger effort to embed AI more thoroughly across Apple's suite of services, which may include upgrades to Safari browsing and smarter interactions in Spotlight Search.
Apple and the AI Marketplace
Speculation is growing around Apple's potential launch of an AI App Store. This platform would feature smaller, Apple-designed on-device models, while also offering access to larger language models from established tech companies like Google. Apple continues to promote on-device processing as a major advantage, underscoring the specialized AI hardware within its devices.
Upcoming Events and Announcements
Major announcements should happen at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2024, where the company is expected to showcase the new AI features.
Meanwhile, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced that new developments related to ChatGPT and GPT-4 will be unveiled on May 13. This announcement is set to coincide closely with Google's own developer conference, Google I/O, which is also expected to highlight new AI initiatives, including updates on Gemini.
