Apple Chooses Google Gemini to Power the Next Siri

Apple has officially chosen Google’s Gemini models to power the next generation of Siri, marking one of the most consequential AI partnerships in the industry this year.

The announcement, made jointly by Apple and Google on Monday, confirms months of speculation that Apple would lean on Gemini — not OpenAI’s ChatGPT — to modernize Siri’s intelligence. According to earlier reports, the deal could be worth around $1 billion per year, underscoring how high the stakes are for AI leadership inside Apple’s ecosystem.

Apple said it selected Gemini after “careful evaluation,” calling Google’s AI technology “the most capable foundation” for advancing Apple Foundation Models. The updated Siri experience is expected to roll out later this year as part of Apple Intelligence.

Importantly, Apple emphasized that privacy remains central to the partnership. Apple Intelligence will continue to run on-device where possible and through Apple’s Private Cloud Compute for more complex tasks — a signal that Apple wants Gemini’s capabilities without sacrificing its privacy-first positioning.

The timing is notable. Google’s recent Gemini 3 release significantly raised the bar for large language models, with reports suggesting it put OpenAI on internal “code red.” Apple’s decision reinforces Gemini’s growing reputation as a top-tier AI platform, not just for consumers, but for enterprise-scale integrations.

Why this matters

This move reshapes the AI power map:

• For Apple: Siri finally gets a serious intelligence upgrade without Apple having to fully build from scratch.

• For Google: Gemini becomes embedded at the heart of one of the world’s most valuable consumer platforms.

• For OpenAI: Losing Apple as a flagship partner intensifies competitive pressure in the race to dominate foundational AI models.

The broader takeaway is clear: Big Tech’s AI race is no longer just about models — it’s about distribution, trust, and ecosystem control. By pairing Apple’s hardware and privacy narrative with Google’s AI firepower, Siri’s long-awaited comeback may finally be real.