Trending Now - Apple Enhances Siri With Integration of Advanced AI Chatbots

WHO:

Apple Inc.

Mark Gurman, Bloomberg reporter

Anthropic, developer of the Claude app

Google, provider of Gemini AI models

WHAT:

Apple plans to allow users to choose which AI chatbot they want to link with Siri through the new Extensions system.

The Extensions system will enable users to enable or disable the chatbots they want to connect with Siri on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Apple is reportedly testing a standalone Siri app that will support the new Extensions system.

The new system will allow users to process requests via the actual Gemini service, assuming Google enables its app to do so.

Apple is expected to generate more revenue from third-party AI subscriptions through the App Store as a result of these changes.

Apple plans to allow competing AI chatbot services, such as Google Gemini and Anthropic's Claude, to integrate with Siri as part of the iOS 27 update.

The new Extensions system will enable users to process requests via the actual Gemini service, assuming Google enables its app to do so.

The Extensions system will allow users to enable or disable which services they want to work inside Siri via a menu in the iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 settings panel for Apple Intelligence and Siri.

Apple is developing new tools to allow AI chatbot apps installed via the App Store to integrate with Siri.

Apple is enhancing Siri by integrating multiple AI chatbots into one platform.

Siri will support AI chatbot apps through a new Extensions system.

Siri has featured ChatGPT integration since iOS 18, released in 2024.

Apple has a deal with Google to use Gemini AI models for unreleased Siri features.

AI chatbot apps will need to update to utilize the new Siri integration in iOS 27.

Starting with the iOS 26.4 release, AI chatbots can integrate with CarPlay for the first time.

WHERE:

The new features will be available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

WHEN:

The new features are set to be announced on June 8, 2026, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC).

iOS 27 is set to be unveiled on June 8, 2026, at WWDC.

iOS 18 was released in 2024.

WHY:

The changes are part of Apple's strategy to enhance Siri and improve its position in the artificial intelligence market, where it has lagged behind competitors.

Apple aims to provide a more versatile and integrated experience for Siri users by allowing various AI chatbots to work together.

HOW:

Users will be directed to a new App Store section from the Extensions menu to add additional AI services.

Users will be directed to a new App Store section to add additional AI services as part of the Extensions system.

The new Extensions system will allow agents from installed apps to work with Siri and other features on devices.

Users will be directed to a new App Store section to add additional AI services.

(UPDATED March 27, 2026 21:09 UTC)

Apple is set to announce a new Extensions system on June 8, 2026, during the Worldwide Developers Conference, allowing users to choose which AI chatbot they want to link with Siri on their devices. This system will enable users to enable or disable chatbots and will direct them to a new App Store section to add additional AI services, with the potential for processing requests through Google's Gemini service if the app is enabled. Additionally, Apple is reportedly testing a standalone Siri app that will support these new features, which could lead to increased revenue from third-party AI subscriptions.

(UPDATED March 27, 2026 13:22 UTC)

Apple is set to announce a significant update to Siri on June 8, 2026, during the Worldwide Developers Conference, which will allow competing AI chatbot services like Google Gemini and Anthropic's Claude to integrate with its virtual assistant. This new Extensions system will enable users to process requests through these services, provided the respective apps are enabled, and will include a menu in the settings panel for users to manage which services they want to work with Siri. Additionally, Apple is developing tools to facilitate the integration of AI chatbot apps from the App Store, as part of its strategy to enhance Siri's capabilities and strengthen its position in the competitive AI market.

(UPDATED March 27, 2026 01:24 UTC)

Apple is set to enhance Siri by integrating multiple AI chatbots into one platform, allowing for a more versatile experience for users. The new Extensions system will enable these chatbots to work seamlessly with Siri on iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices, and starting with the iOS 26.4 release, they can also integrate with CarPlay for the first time. This new feature will be unveiled on June 8 at WWDC, with AI chatbot apps needing to update to utilize the Siri integration in the upcoming iOS 27.