Big partnership between Apple and Google, Gemini will be used for AI features in Siri

Updated: 13-01-2026, 04.12 AM

What is the news?

Apple and Google have confirmed that Google Gemini models will be used for the new version of Siri and other artificial intelligence (AI) features. Both these companies said in a joint statement that this partnership will last for many years. Under this, the next generation of Apple Foundation models will be based on Google’s Gemini AI and cloud technology. Its purpose is to further improve Apple Intelligence, so that users can get a smarter and more useful experience.

Gemini models will strengthen Apple’s intelligence

According to the companies, Google’s AI technology has proven to be the best fit for Apple. Gemini models will power several new features from Apple Intelligence, including a more personalized Siri coming this year. Apple has made it clear that Apple Intelligence will run mainly on Apple devices and private cloud compute. Along with this, the company has assured that the privacy of the users will not be compromised.

Siri update has been delayed

Apple first showed a glimpse of the generative AI version of Siri at WWDC 2024. However, in March 2025, the company said that the major update of Siri has been postponed to this year. This indicated that the new Siri is not completely ready yet. Now with the partnership with Google Gemini, it is expected that Apple will move rapidly towards making Siri more capable and intelligent.

Google becomes a strong contender

Earlier there were reports that Apple is also in talks with OpenAI and Anthropic for Siri. Later Google emerged as a strong alternative. Currently, Siri uses ChatGPT for some questions. Reports also claimed that Apple can give Google about $ 1 billion (about Rs 90 billion) every year for the custom version of Gemini. Now this partnership is expected to bring a new twist in the AI race.