Apple has exciting plans for its upcoming iOS 18 release, which is set to introduce groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) features in June. However, a recent discovery in the iOS 17.4 beta reveals that Apple is already taking steps to enhance the AI capabilities of Siri and Messages. Surprisingly, the tech giant has partnered with OpenAI’s ChatGPT API for this purpose.
The existence of a SiriSummarisation private framework within the iOS 17.4 code suggests that Apple is actively using OpenAI’s ChatGPT API for internal testing. This collaboration plays a crucial role in augmenting Siri’s AI powers, as evident from system prompts like please summarize and please answer this question. These prompts offer a glimpse into the depth of the partnership, as reported by 9to5Mac.
The integration of ChatGPT goes beyond Siri, indicating that AI features are also in the works for the Messages app. This aligns with earlier reports from Bloomberg, which suggested that Apple is developing Message app integration capable of handling queries and auto-completing sentences.
Unlike relying solely on external models like ChatGPT for iOS 18 AI features, Apple has adopted a dual strategy. While ChatGPT serves as a benchmark for the company’s internal AI models, Apple has also developed its own proprietary AI system. The SiriSummarization framework, for example, conducts summarization using on-device models, underscoring Apple’s commitment to its in-house AI development.
The iOS 17.4 code reveals that Apple is actively testing four distinct AI models, one of which is the internally developed Ajax. Interestingly, there are two versions of AjaxGPT—one processed on-device and the other off-device—highlighting the diverse approach Apple takes in its AI endeavors.
This strategic move demonstrates Apple’s dedication to integrating large language models into its iOS ecosystem. The company is simultaneously working on its own AI system while leveraging external models like ChatGPT and FLAN-T5, as outlined in a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman last October.
As iOS 18 approaches, Apple’s pursuit of advanced AI capabilities promises to bring a transformative experience to users. By combining the strengths of proprietary models and external collaborations, Apple aims to push the boundaries of AI and deliver even more intelligent and intuitive features.
References:
– [9to5Mac](https://9to5mac.com/2022/05/31/apple-is-actively-testing-chatgpt-for-siri-and-messages-on-ios-17-4-beta/)
– [Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-10-21/apple-aims-to-launch-its-nlp-and-ai-supercomputer-by-2022)
