Apple plans to allow users to select third-party AI models for text and image tasks within iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27. This initiative builds on the Apple Intelligence platform to transform hardware into a comprehensive AI hub.
An internal system called Extensions enables users to integrate services from providers like Google and Anthropic. Third-party developers will offer these models by opting in through their existing App Store applications.
The strategy marks a shift from Apple’s closed ecosystem to a model marketplace. This transition aims to improve the company's competitive position within the artificial intelligence sector.