Apple may have some big plans for AI this year. The Cupertino giant is rumoured to debut the updated Siri with iOS 27, which will be powered by Google’s Gemini models. However, it appears that the tech giant may bring more options for users, including the ability to run third-party chatbots inside the virtual assistant.
According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple may release a new feature, likely to be called Siri Extensions. This will allow users to run third-party chatbots such as Anthropic’s Claude within Siri. Users may be able to access these extensions via a dedicated AI App Store. Here are all the details.
Apple planning AI App Store
According to the report, Apple is reportedly doubling down on its hardware advantage. The Cupertino giant is likely aware that it may not catch up with the likes of Google and OpenAI in the AI race. As a result, it may be willing to simply use its platforms to earn more revenue.
This will likely create a dedicated AI section within the App Store that will bring a marketplace for third-party AI services to connect with Siri. While AI companies will get broader reach, Apple will also likely earn hefty commissions in the process.
This move comes at a time when the Cupertino giant has struggled to build its own AI models, and some of its key AI talent are leaving for rivals such as OpenAI.
What about Gemini-powered Siri?
A few weeks ago, Apple signed a massive deal to bring a Gemini-powered Siri. This deal will remain in place, with the new Siri, codenamed Campo, likely making its debut during Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 8, 2026.
Though iPhone users will likely have to wait till the iOS 27 release before they can actually get their hands on Apple’s revamped personal assistant. iOS 27 is expected to release alongside the next generation of iPhones in fall 2026, namely the iPhone 18 Pro series, and the rumoured iPhone fold.
The new Siri will come with greater functionality such as completing tasks and accessing information.
Apple is also likely testing a standalone Siri app for its devices that would make its personal assistant more like a chatbot, similar to ChatGPT or Gemini.
