Apple Confirms Google Gemini Will Power New Siri Features in iOS 27

Apple confirmed in January 2026 that Google's Gemini AI models will power new Siri features, ending months of speculation about whether the company would use its own AI models or partner with an external provider.

"After careful evaluation, we determined that Google's technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models and we're excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users," Apple stated.

Personal Intelligence Integration

According to Google's beta version of Gemini Personal Intelligence, the core feature will retrieve specific details from text, photos, or videos across integrated apps. For Google's implementation, this includes Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Photos, YouTube watch history, Search, Shopping, News, Maps, Flights, and Hotels.

The Apple version will pull information from native iOS apps including Mail, Calendar, Photos, and Notes, according to 9to5Mac's analysis.

Task Automation and Voice Input

Google demonstrated additional Gemini features at an Android event that are expected to come to the new Siri:

Task automation will work across more apps with screen and image context support. Google's example: users can long-press the power button over a grocery list in notes and ask Gemini to build a shopping cart with all items for delivery.

Voice input improvements through Gboard Rambler will use Gemini models to understand core intent while filtering out filler words, pauses, repetition, and self-corrections.

Autofill with AI will support more form types through opt-in Gemini Personal Intelligence.

Generative UI Features

Android is receiving generative UI capabilities, starting with custom homescreen widgets and Wear OS Tiles populated by information from the web and Google apps. Whether Apple will implement similar features in iOS 27 remains unconfirmed.

What This Means

Apple's decision to use Gemini models represents a significant strategic shift from developing proprietary AI capabilities to partnering with Google for foundational models. This approach allows Apple to deploy competitive AI features faster while maintaining control over privacy implementation and user interface design. The move also positions Google's Gemini as the AI provider for both major mobile platforms, expanding its reach beyond Android. However, Apple has not disclosed pricing details for the Gemini-powered features or whether they will require a subscription.

The timeline for iOS 27 release and the specific Siri features that will launch at that time have not been announced.