Apple in Talks with OpenAI to Integrate AI Technology into iPhone
Apple is reportedly in talks with OpenAI to potentially integrate the startup's AI technology into the iPhone's next operating system, iOS 18. The companies are discussing the terms of the agreement and how OpenAI's features would be integrated into the new iOS version.
This development marks a renewed collaboration between the two companies. While Apple had initially worked with OpenAI earlier this year, their engagement had been minimal since then.
Apple has not yet made a final decision on its partners and there is no guarantee that a deal will be reached. The company may ultimately strike a deal with both OpenAI and Google or choose another provider altogether.
Apple and OpenAI did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
The iOS 18 update is set to include several new features based on Apple's in-house large language model AI model. The company is also seeking partners to power a chatbot-like feature similar to OpenAI's ChatGPT.
The renewed talks between Apple and OpenAI come amidst Apple's ongoing discussions with Google about licensing the latter's Gemini AI models for future iPhones. The potential deal with OpenAI and Google could significantly impact the iPhone's AI capabilities.
Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, has been vocal about the company's plans to introduce new AI features on a "very thoughtful basis." By collaborating with external partners like OpenAI and Google, Apple aims to accelerate its AI push and enhance its devices' AI capabilities while mitigating potential risks.