Apple has built a ChatGPT-style iPhone app called Veritas to internally test new artificial intelligence features for Siri, according to a report by Bloomberg.
What is Veritas?
- An internal-only app used by Apple’s AI division.
- Designed to evaluate upcoming Siri capabilities like:
- Searching personal data.
- Performing in-app actions.
- Not planned for public release, but serves as a testing ground for Siri’s next big upgrade.
Siri 2026 Update
Apple is aiming to roll out a revamped Siri as early as March 2026, though the project has faced engineering delays. The update will leverage large language models (LLMs), blending Apple’s in-house technology with third-party AI tools.
The company has reportedly explored collaborations with OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google to strengthen its AI ecosystem.
Industry Context
Apple has long faced criticism for falling behind in the AI race:
- Its Apple Intelligence rollout earlier this year was marked by bugs and unclear strategy, disappointing both users and investors.
- Meanwhile, Google’s Gemini is already integrated into Android 16, controlling apps like Maps and YouTube.
- OpenAI continues rapid expansion, recently acquiring Jony Ive’s startup IO for $6.5 billion to develop AI hardware.
Why It Matters
The development of Veritas signals Apple’s intent to finally make Siri a truly intelligent assistant, after years of lagging behind rivals. If successful, the 2026 Siri update could represent Apple’s biggest leap forward in AI since the launch of the iPhone.
