Apple Tests ChatGPT-Like App for Siri Upgrade, Explores AI Integration

Apple is developing a significant upgrade to its Siri voice assistant, internally testing a ChatGPT-like application to refine new features. The tool, designed for employee use only, enables multi-topic conversations, chat history saving, and extended dialogues—mirroring standard chatbot functionality. Yet Apple remains cautious about adopting a standalone chatbot model.

Senior VP Craig Federighi has emphasized the company's preference for AI that integrates seamlessly into user workflows rather than functioning as a distinct product. This philosophy drives Apple's dual-path development approach: one version leveraging proprietary AI models, another incorporating third-party technology like Google's systems. The overhauled Siri is slated for release next spring with enhanced capabilities including in-app actions and personalized features.