Multiple media outlets, citing sources familiar with the matter, reported on November 5-6 that Apple and Google are close to reaching an agreement: Apple will pay approximately $1 billion annually for a customized Gemini model with about 1.2 trillion parameters to provide core capabilities such as summarization and planning for the "new Siri." The reports indicate that the model will run on Apple's Private Cloud Compute (PCC) architecture. Apple emphasizes that it will not directly integrate Google Search into the system, suggesting this move is more of a transitional arrangement before its self-developed capabilities mature. This information comes from an exclusive report by Bloomberg and subsequent follow-up reports from Reuters and other tech media. Neither Apple nor Google has yet issued an official announcement.
Regarding the timeline, related reports were published on November 5, 2025, with the launch window for the new Siri generally pointing to "next spring," corresponding to spring 2026 in reality. Besides Google, Apple has also evaluated solutions such as OpenAI and Anthropic. As the details of the negotiations are not publicly available, the costs, specifications, and functional boundaries may still be adjusted; the specifics will depend on subsequent statements from both parties and the system's release.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has this been officially announced?
A: Not yet. The information mainly comes from sources at Bloomberg and several other media outlets; neither party has officially released a press release or a formal agreement text.
Q: What is the basis for the 1.2 trillion figure and the "1 billion USD/year" figure?
A: These figures are all from media reports and sources cited by journalists, and are currently unconfirmed by the authorities.
Q: What about privacy and where does the data go?
A: Multiple reports indicate that the model runs on Apple's Private Cloud Compute, emphasizing that Google is not given direct access to user data; however, the official technical documentation from Apple should be taken as the final word.
Q: Will you integrate Google Search?
A: The report clarifies that this collaboration does not include integrating Google AI Search into the iOS/macOS system level; it primarily focuses on Siri's understanding and task processing.
Q: When can I use it?
A: Media outlets generally point to a new version of Siri window in "next spring" (i.e., spring 2026), but the actual release date depends on Apple's official announcement.
