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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Business Standard
Google mocks Apple's delayed AI features in Pixel 10 series ad: Watch here
Google has released a new teaser video for its upcoming Pixel 10 series, taking a jab at Apple over its delayed rollout of AI-powered Siri features. The video, posted by Google India on X (formerly Twitter), offers a stylised look at the Pixel 10 Pro in a new colour, while the voiceover ridicules Apple's failure to deliver on its AI promises. In the narration, Google appears to reference Apple's WWDC 2024 announcement, suggesting that you should 'just change your phone' if you bought 'a new phone because of a feature that's coming soon, but it's been coming soon for a full year.' The teaser plays an instrumental version of 'The Next Episode' by Dr. Dre in the background, a likely nod to Apple's acquisition of Beats by Dre in 2014, adding another layer to the dig. At WWDC 2025, Apple's Senior Vice President of Global Marketing, Greg Joswiak, confirmed in an interview with The Wall Street Journal that the Siri upgrades will now arrive in 2026. He said the feature set did not meet Apple's quality standards in internal testing. Google Pixel 10 series: What to expect Google is expected to unveil the Pixel 10 series at its upcoming Made by Google event on August 20. The lineup is likely to include four models: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. All four devices are expected to be powered by the new Google Tensor G5 chipset, reportedly built on TSMC's 3nm process. The chip should offer improved performance and power efficiency, along with a custom image signal processor (ISP) to boost photo and video quality. In terms of cameras, Google may reuse the main and ultra-wide sensors from the Pixel 9a on the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro Fold — marking a slight downgrade compared to the Pixel 9 series. However, the 5x periscope telephoto lens from last year's Pixel 9 Pro Fold might now appear on the base model as well. Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL are expected to retain the same camera setup as last year's models. The Pixel 10 series is also expected to support Qi2 magnetic wireless charging, adopting the newer 25W standard for faster and more efficient charging. In addition to the phones, Google is reportedly preparing a new line of accessories under the 'Pixelsnap' branding, which will include magnetic chargers and custom-fit cases.
The Verge
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Apple wants to keep you 'In the Loop.'
Posted Jul 24, 2025 at 4:44 PM UTC Apple wants to keep you 'In the Loop.' The new 'In the Loop' section that's partway down Apple's Newsroom page brings over social media posts from Apple executives like CEO Tim Cook and SVP of Worldwide Marketing Greg Joswiak. Follow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates. Jay Peters Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All by Jay Peters Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Apple Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All News Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Tech
Tom's Guide
23-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
iOS 26 beta just teased the highly anticipated HomePod with a screen
The fourth developer beta of iOS 26 has arrived and, allegedly, it comes with code that teases HomePod settings — including one setting that seems to reference a HomePod with a display. The HomePod data was discovered by MacRumors, who found the foreshadowing phrase: "Your HomePod won't be able to show you the local weather, time, or respond to Siri requests about your area." The suggestive word is "show", since right now the HomePod can't show you anything like the weather or time since there is no screen of any kind to display that information. But that could change with the upcoming Apple HomePod 3. Beyond the slightly sketchy phrasing, there doesn't appear to be more in the code, but what's there is believed to be another hint at the long-rumored next-generation HomePod speaker. Up to this point, only leaks and rumors have painted a picture of an updated Apple speaker that features an OLED iPad-like display that's supposed to be powered with a more AI-forward Siri 2.0, but no solid evidence has yet to appear. At one point, the new HomePod was supposed to launch in March of this year, but recent rumors have pushed the device into the third quarter of 2025. Part of the problem, reportedly, is that Siri integration. Many of the rumors claim that Apple wants to turn the HomePod into a home hub that utilizes AI and voice directives to control your smart home via the speaker, but that has caused a delay in development. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to advanced Siri support, the HomePod 3 is supposed to control HomeKit and Matter devices, run Apple apps and work in a similar fashion to an Amazon Echo Show. It's no secret that Apple is struggling with the building its own AI features. Recently the company was dealt a major blow to its Apple Intelligence strategy, largely because Apple keeps getting in its own way when it comes to AI. It's gotten so bad that there are even reports that Apple may hand off AI upgrades to other companies like OpenAI or Anthropic. Apple's Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak spoke with Tom's Guide during WWDC 2025 and discussed Apple's approach to AI and how the company is working to improve Apple Intelligence going forward. "We will announce the date when we're ready to seed it, and you're all ready to be able to experience it,' said Federighi said of an updated Siri 2.0. Since then, though, nothing has been announced. Despite rumors that the HomePod 3 is still coming in 2025, it's not clear when Apple will finally release it, as the company continues to grapple with its AI problem.
Hans India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Apple May Lean on OpenAI or Anthropic to Revamp Siri's AI Capabilities
Apple's artificial intelligence roadmap appears to be hitting bumps, prompting the tech giant to potentially seek outside help to enhance its voice assistant, Siri. According to recent reports, Apple is considering partnerships with leading AI firms such as OpenAI and Anthropic to power the next generation of Siri—delayed until 2026. This shift indicates Apple may no longer pursue building its large language models independently. Instead, the company could integrate OpenAI's ChatGPT or Anthropic's Claude to provide Siri with more natural and conversational abilities. These advanced models would support tasks like improved contextual understanding and more human-like responses. At the WWDC 2025 keynote in June, many anticipated a major AI announcement from Apple, but the event fell short of expectations. Now, it seems Apple may be playing catch-up, focusing more on integrating external AI models while refining the rest of its ecosystem. Apple has already incorporated ChatGPT into iPhones through an existing collaboration with OpenAI. However, a deeper integration with either OpenAI or Anthropic could mean Siri's responses would be powered entirely by one of these platforms. This setup might also involve sending certain user data to external servers, a move that could clash with Apple's long-standing privacy stance. Given its reputation as an innovation leader, Apple's reliance on third-party AI could raise questions. Critics argue that a company with Apple's scale and resources should not have to depend on external technology to build its core capabilities. Any potential agreement with OpenAI or Anthropic will likely require that Siri's AI enhancements run via Apple's own secure data centers, ensuring user privacy remains intact. Apple has repeatedly emphasized this commitment to safeguarding personal data—something that could complicate negotiations with external AI providers. Meanwhile, Apple's AI strategy has come under increasing scrutiny. In a recent Wall Street Journal interview, executives Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak were asked directly why Siri lags behind competitors. Their responses offered little clarity. Some insiders suggest Federighi's reluctance to embrace the AI trend may have contributed to Apple's slow pace in the space. While Apple's pivot to external partnerships may seem reactive, it could also be a pragmatic move to close the AI gap without compromising its core values. Whether this leads to a reimagined, more capable Siri—or further questions about Apple's AI vision—remains to be seen.
News18
01-07-2025
- Business
- News18
Apple Could Team Up With OpenAI Or Anthropic To Power Siri AI Features
Apple has delayed the Siri AI till 2026 and it seems the company is now looking for external help to power its AI-centric voice assistant. Apple's AI journey has hit multiple hurdles and the company is yet to fully challenge ChatGPT and Gemini AI in the market. And now reports suggest Apple could look at external help to power its own Siri AI push rather than invest in building its AI models. Yes, Apple could team up with OpenAI or Anthropic for ChatGPT or Claude AI chatbot, respectively that will become the backbone on which Siri offers its AI-powered upgrades. The company was widely tipped to make big AI related news at the WWDC 2025 keynote in June but that didn't work out as expected. Now, Apple could be making a smart move by using the available AI models and focus on other parts of its ecosystem. Apple AI Powered By ChatGPT Apple has already partnered with OpenAI to make ChatGPT work on iPhones. But the new linkup will mean that the company will entirely rely on ChatGPT or Claude AI to make Siri talk in the conversational tone, which could also include sending data to the OpenAI server for using more features. The fact that Apple is not finding it hard to develop powerful AI models will surely become a concern in the long term, especially for a brand that is valued at well over trillion dollars. People have known Apple to be a leader in the industry rather than following others, which could very well be the case when it comes to its own AI prospects. OpenAI will surely be happy with any possible deal with Apple, however, it is likely that the Cupertino-based giant will require any of the Siri AI support to work through its own private AI cloud powered by its data centres. After all, Apple continues to vouch for user privacy and that could become a hindrance for possible deals with either of these AI companies. The AI Regrets? The company has been grilled over its AI strategy and in a recent interview with WSJ, both Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak were asked why Siri is worse than its rivals. Both Apple executives did not have a clear response, and reports suggest Federighi is a big reason as to why the company has fallen short in the AI arena till date. Apple has reportedly never understood the hype around AI and those apprehensions have resulted in a situation where the company needs a helping hand from other established AI giants.
