Apple plans AI model selection feature for iPhone, Mac users
Apple is preparing to let users choose from third-party artificial intelligence models for features tied to text and image generation across its upcoming software releases.Apple is reportedly developing an “Extensions” feature that would let users select third-party AI models for Apple Intelligence tools across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27.Internal testing has included AI integrations from Google and Anthropic, while Google‘s Gemini is expected to support Apple’s revamped Siri later this year.The AI expansion comes shortly after Apple agreed to a $250 million settlement over claims it overstated the capabilities of Apple Intelligence and Siri-related features. According to recent reports, the feature is expected to arrive with iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 later this year. Citing people familiar with the matter, the report said Apple internally refers to the system as “Extensions,” a setup that would allow users to decide which AI services power Apple Intelligence functions through the Settings app. Under the reported framework, AI developers would be able to support the feature by integrating compatibility into their App Store applications. Apple has already been testing connections with models from Google and Anthropic, the report added. The move could give users more flexibility over how Apple Intelligence tools operate