Apple Advances AI Negotiations with OpenAI and Google for iOS 18

The company explores dual partnerships to enhance iPhone's AI capabilities, with privacy-focused features expected to run on-device.

Apple is in active negotiations with OpenAI and Google to incorporate their AI technologies into iOS 18, potentially utilizing OpenAI's LLM for a chatbot feature.
Apple's strategy includes integrating AI features that run on-device, enhancing privacy and reducing reliance on cloud processing.
The tech giant has not yet finalized its AI partnerships, keeping options open for using technologies from Google, OpenAI, or other providers.
Apple aims to leverage AI to regain competitive edge in the smartphone market, particularly against Google and Microsoft.
Upcoming AI announcements are expected at Apple's WWDC 2024, with significant focus on privacy and integration of AI into iOS devices.