Recently, Facebook introduced LlaMda 2, its large open source language model for commercial use, and with OpenAI, Google and Microsoft, in the AI game, how can Apple stay out of the game? And on that note, Gurman notes that Apple is about to introduce its very own generative AI model soon! Keep reading to know more about this.
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In his latest Power On Newsletter report, Gurman states that Apple is working on Apple GPT, its own Generative AI Chatbot Model. According to informants closely associated with the project, this new major language model will be based on Apple's own AI framework called "Ajax". based on Google Jax.
It appears that the alleged AI chatbot was created last year by a handful of trusted engineers. With initial skepticism holding back the use of chatbots within the organization, it has since seen a much wider rollout within the organization. But this does not mean that it is available to anyone and everyone within Apple. Use is restricted to special access only. This is similar to Samsung's venture into the AI space by experimenting with its employees first. Now what does this mean for you and me? It's simple. A commercial launch of this chatbot will not materialize anytime soon. Although Gurman thinks it could appear in 2024, it's best to wait and see!
If you've been paying close attention to Apple in recent months, you'll realize that AI is already playing a big role in how you interact with your iPhones. At WWDC 2023, Apple introduced iOS 17 and it comes packed with AI-infused elements. For example, watch how you interact with Facetime now or take the instance of the brand new Personal Voice feature where you train a literal AI to replicate your voice on your iPhone. There are several AI-based health elements coming to your Apple Watch later this year, as well as AI creeping into your Apple products and services in one way or another.
