Apple Resumes Discussions with OpenAI on AI Integration for iOS 18
Apple has decided to renew discussions with OpenAI with the aim of integrating it into its upcoming iOS 18 features, as reported by sources familiar with the matter.
This step marks the reopening of dialogue between the two companies. In fact, discussions about integrating GPT into the Apple system began earlier this year but had seen minimal progress. It is also known that the iPhone maker is in talks with Google to license the integration of the Gemini chatbot as well.
The tech giant has not yet finalized any of the partnerships it is exploring, but it is assessing the possibility of integrating OpenAI’s features alongside its own large language models (LLMs), which generate human-like texts. By doing this, the company is seeking to enhance its AI capabilities by including a chatbot-like feature similar to GPT.
It is worth mentioning that Anthropic, another AI startup, is also taking part in these discussions.
Apple’s talks with several AI startups, including OpenAI, come at a crucial time, as the iPhone maker is preparing for its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June. This event is expected to be a platform for the company to introduce its latest AI features, as well as its services. It also aims to position its offerings at a different level compared to other companies, by emphasizing seamless integration and privacy-focused measures and features.
For his part, Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, has previously mentioned that he uses GPT on a personal level, highlighting the need to address some ongoing issues and challenges. However, he underscored that it is also important to introduce new AI features to the company’s platforms in a thoughtful and careful manner, suggesting a commitment to ensuring the quality and integrity of the user experience.
On the other hand, by collaborating with major AI players, such as OpenAI and potentially Google, Apple is seeking to accelerate its advancements in chatbots while also managing some risks. Additionally, outsourcing generative AI features to external partners could help the company avoid certain liabilities associated with its platform.
Overall, the integration of OpenAI’s technology into iOS 18 features could represent a significant step for Apple in enhancing its AI capabilities and delivering more sophisticated features to its users.
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