Mark Gurman

Apple is developing an AI-powered search feature for Siri called 'World Knowledge Answers' that will likely rely on Google's custom Gemini model to provide AI-generated summaries of web search results.

“Author of "Apple's Rumored AI Search Tool for Siri Could Rely on Google" in The Verge”

Apple is exploring a deal with Google to use a custom Gemini-based AI model to power next-generation Siri, competing against internal models and potential partnerships with OpenAI and Anthropic.

“Author of "Apple Exploring Deal with Google to Use Gemini AI Model to Power Next Generation Siri" in Bloomberg”

Meta plans to release its Hypernova smart glasses with an integrated sEMG neural wristband for approximately $800, down from previously reported $1,000-$1,400 pricing.

“Reports on Meta's pricing strategy for Hypernova/Celeste glasses, citing sources familiar with the company's plans.”

Apple will unveil a Gemini-powered Siri assistant in February capable of completing tasks via personal data and on-screen content access, with a more conversational version arriving in June.

“Reports on Apple's planned February Siri announcement and Google partnership details.”

Apple's revamped Siri launching in March 2026 will be powered by a custom Google Gemini model, marking a significant shift in Apple's AI strategy and reliance on external models.

“Provided update on Apple Intelligence status and Siri plans via Power On newsletter”

“Bloomberg reporter revealing Apple is building smart home camera using AI to create text descriptions instead of saving video.”

“Bloomberg reporter who broke story on Apple's indefinitely shelved layoff plans tied to AI agent deployment.”

“Legendary technology reporter who broke news about OpenAI product leaks related to smart home speaker hardware.”

“Bloomberg reporter covering Apple's AI subscription plans and product strategy.”

“Reported that Apple has pushed back smart glasses launch to 2027 and is emphasizing privacy-friendly features to differentiate from Meta.”

“Reported on Apple's iOS 27 Extensions framework and conducted hands-on review of Siri AI beta, describing it as functional but buggy with slow responses.”

“Bloomberg journalist reporting on Apple's plans to open Siri to third-party AI assistants in iOS 27.”

“Bloomberg insider reporting on Apple's development of standalone Siri app and Ask Siri chatbot for iOS 27.”

Apple and Google have announced a multi-year collaboration where Google's Gemini models will power Apple Intelligence features including an upgraded Siri, with broader scope than previously expected across multiple Apple devices while maintaining Apple's privacy standards.

“Reported that Apple and Google were close to striking a deal for upgraded AI Siri to be powered by a custom Gemini model.”

Apple engineers testing iOS 26.4 have raised performance concerns about the company's redesigned AI-powered Siri assistant, which is not expected to launch until spring 2026 after over a year of delays.

“Reported that Apple engineers testing iOS 26.4 have concerns about Siri's performance despite extended development time.”

Apple is conducting a competitive evaluation between multiple AI providers including Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic to power its redesigned Siri, with Google training a custom model to run on Apple's servers.

“Reported that Apple is exploring Google's Gemini to power the next generation of Siri and that Google has started training a custom model.”

Apple is developing an AI search engine for Siri to compete with OpenAI while advancing partnership negotiations with Google.

“Reported on Apple's plans to develop World Knowledge Answers AI search tool for Siri.”

Apple is introducing App Intents Voice Control feature for Siri that will enhance how users interact with iPhones in iOS 26.

“Reported on Apple's upcoming AI voice control feature for Siri and apps.”