Apple Develops Internal ChatGPT-Like App for Siri Overhaul
Apple has created an internal application, codenamed Veritas, to test and refine the next-generation Siri. The app resembles popular chatbots like ChatGPT and is designed to help Apple’s AI division simulate real-world interactions.
Key Features of Veritas:
- Chat Management: Manage multiple conversations across different topics
- Query Follow-up: Follow up on queries and support extended exchanges
- Feedback Loop: Refine prompt strategies, response generation layers, and error-handling logic
Purpose and Development:
- Internal Use: Veritas is for internal use only, with no plans for public release
- Siri Testing: Test the revamped underlying system, codenamed Linwood
- Large Language Models: Combine Apple’s Foundation Models team with a third-party model
Launch and Future Plans:
- Next-Gen Siri Launch: Slated for early 2026, with a possible March release
- Redesign: Visually redesign Siri with a more humanoid design
- AI-Powered Devices: Explore AI-powered smart home devices and web search
Apple’s AI Efforts:
- Partnerships: Held talks with OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google for potential AI partnerships
- Competitive Landscape: Apple is playing catch-up in the AI race, with competitors like Google and Samsung leading the way
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