Apple Plans Broader AI Integrations, Siri Due 2026

Apple told investors it is open to acquisitions and partnerships to accelerate its AI roadmap and will “integrate with more people over time,” building on its existing ChatGPT integration while exploring other providers such as Google Gemini and interoperability protocols like MCP. CEO Tim Cook said Apple’s next‑generation, context‑aware Siri — using on‑device foundation models, Private Cloud Compute and app/screen awareness — is making good progress and is on track for a 2026 rollout, likely with iOS 26.4/26.5 in spring. Apple is expanding infrastructure for Apple Intelligence, including server manufacturing in Houston, and already uses Private Cloud Compute for some Siri queries as it balances device and cloud processing. The remarks accompanied record Q4 results ($102.5 billion revenue) and strong iPhone 17 demand despite supply constraints and added costs. However, Siri delays have prompted skepticism, class‑action lawsuits and internal concerns, and Cook provided no firm dates or confirmed new partners beyond the OpenAI deal, leaving the timing and scope of broader AI integrations uncertain.