Apple Is Reportedly Testing AI Model Choice for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple may be working on a broader way for users to choose which AI tools they use on its devices.
Reuters, citing Bloomberg, reported that Apple is preparing a feature for iOS 27 that would let users select third party AI models for some Apple Intelligence tasks. The same reported system could also extend to iPadOS 27 and macOS 27. Internally, the feature is reportedly called “Extensions.”
If it launches as described, it would mark a wider step beyond Apple’s current setup. Apple already offers a ChatGPT extension inside Apple Intelligence for supported features. Apple’s own support pages say ChatGPT can be used with Siri, Writing Tools, Image Playground, visual intelligence, and Shortcuts, depending on the feature and device support.
The practical change for users would be flexibility. Instead of relying on one AI provider for every task, people may eventually be able to choose a model that fits what they need. One may work better for writing, another for image creation, and another for more detailed answers.
That said, this is still a reported plan, not an official product announcement from Apple. The company has not publicly confirmed the feature, and details could change before any release.
Privacy will remain an important part of the story. Apple says users are asked before information is shared with ChatGPT, and that photos or files are always confirmed before being sent. Apple also says the ChatGPT extension is off by default and can be turned off at any time. Users should still pay close attention to which service is handling a request, especially when using AI with personal messages, documents, or images.
Key Takeaways
• Apple is reportedly working on a feature that would let users choose third party AI models for some Apple Intelligence tasks.
• The reported feature could extend across iPhone, iPad, and Mac software in a future update.
• Apple already supports ChatGPT in several Apple Intelligence features, but any wider AI model choice remains unconfirmed for now.
• Users should review privacy settings before sending personal content to any AI service.
Sources: Reuters, TechCrunch, The Verge, Apple Support, Apple Privacy.
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