powered Siri upgrade during Cloud Next keynote
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Key Points:
- Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian announced a partnership with Apple to develop next-generation Apple Foundation Models using Google's Gemini technology, which will enhance Apple Intelligence and deliver a more personalized Siri experience.
- The new Siri features powered by Gemini are expected to debut in iOS 27, with the software update slated for release in fall 2026, despite initial expectations for improvements in iOS 18.
- Apple and Google first confirmed their collaboration in January 2024, and Apple is anticipated to showcase the results of this partnership at WWDC 2026 on June 8.
- Developers and public beta testers will likely gain early access to the updated Siri and Apple Intelligence features during the summer months ahead of the official iOS 27 launch.
