Highlights:
The latest iOS 18.4 beta suggests that Gemini could soon be available on iPhones.
No official timeline for public rollout has been confirmed yet.
Users may soon have the option to choose between third-party AI models on compatible devices.
Apple recently rolled out the iOS 18.4 beta 1 update for compatible iPhones, with the stable release expected in April. Previous iOS 18 updates have already introduced Apple Intelligence features, including ChatGPT integration. While Apple announced a partnership with OpenAI at WWDC 2023, Apple executive Craig Federighi hinted at the possibility of integrating additional AI models. Now, the latest beta update suggests that Apple is working on bringing Google’s Gemini into Apple Intelligence.
Apple’s Efforts to Integrate Gemini Within Apple Intelligence
MacRumors analyst Aaron Perris discovered references to Google and OpenAI as third-party AI models in the backend of iOS 18.4 beta.
These references likely point to Google’s Gemini and OpenAI’s ChatGPT as available AI options.
The discovery strongly suggests that Apple is actively working on integrating Gemini into compatible iPhones.
Gemini may function similarly to ChatGPT as a chatbot within Apple Intelligence.
While the exact timeline for Gemini’s integration remains uncertain, it could be introduced in iOS 18.4 or in a future iOS 18 update.
What This Means for Users
The addition of third-party AI models will likely allow users to choose their preferred AI assistant.
Currently, Apple Intelligence processes user queries through ChatGPT.
The iOS 18.4 beta also introduces features like prioritized notifications, expanded language support for Apple Intelligence, and new widgets.
Apple has also confirmed that iPhone 15 Pro models will gain Visual Intelligence functionality via the Action Button and Control Center toggle, a feature previously unavailable.
With Apple expanding AI model support, iPhone users may soon get more flexibility in choosing their AI assistant.
