Apple has announced a multi-year partnership with Google to integrate Google's Gemini AI technology into its next-generation AI features, including Siri. This collaboration marks a significant shift for Apple, which traditionally develops core technologies in-house. The companies stated that Gemini provides the most capable foundation for Apple's AI ambitions. While financial terms were not disclosed, the deal aims to enhance Siri and other Apple Intelligence features, with Apple emphasizing continued commitment to user privacy through on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute. The partnership also intensifies competition with OpenAI.