Apple could be relying even more on Google as it works to improve Siri and catch up in the fast-moving AI race.
According to a new report from The Information, Apple has asked Google to explore setting up servers for a new version of Siri powered by Google’s Gemini AI models. While Apple had already confirmed in January that Gemini would help power its upgraded Siri, this latest report suggests Google’s role might be bigger than first expected.
When Apple first announced the partnership, it said the next generation of its Apple Foundation Models would be built on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. These models are expected to power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri experience. At the time, Apple also emphasized that Apple Intelligence would continue to run on Apple devices and through its Private Cloud Compute system. However, it did not clearly say whether the new Siri would operate directly on Google’s cloud infrastructure.
The report also takes a closer look at Apple’s history with cloud computing and data centers. Compared to companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, Apple has traditionally been more cautious with infrastructure spending. Those rivals have invested heavily in massive data centers to handle growing AI demand, while Apple has moved more slowly.
So far, Apple’s AI features have not seen strong adoption. The report says that only about 10 percent of Apple’s Private Cloud Compute capacity is being used on average. That relatively low usage could be one reason Apple is leaning on Google’s established AI systems and cloud expertise.
If Apple does expand its use of Google’s servers, it would mark a notable shift for a company that has long emphasized tight control over its hardware, software, and services. It also highlights how competitive and resource-intensive the AI race has become, even for one of the world’s biggest tech companies.
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