Apple will rely on Google’s fleet of Nvidia chips to power its revised version of Siri when it launches in September, according to a new report from The information.
Last week, the outlet reported that Apple plans to highlight the AI ​​capabilities of its devices at WWDC next week, but queries requiring cloud-based processing will still rely on one of Google’s larger Gemini models, per an agreement between the two companies.
Today’s report adds some specificity to the planned cloud setup by revealing that Apple will leverage Google’s fleet of Nvidia Blackwell B200 data center chips, where user data will be encrypted using Nvidia’s hardware-based Confidential Compute feature. Introduced in 2024 as Hopper’s successor, Blackwell chips are primarily designed for large language models and can significantly accelerate AI training and inference compared to the previous generation.
The report notes that this arrangement is a departure from Apple’s usual strategy of “attempting to control all critical ingredients in its products.” He also adds that it’s unclear how Apple’s previously launched server system, called Private Cloud Compute, will fit into the upcoming Siri launch.
Private Cloud Compute runs on Apple’s Mac series chips and was announced two years ago as a way to deliver cloud-based computing more privately and securely. Apple reportedly attempted to run a modified version of Gemini on its internal server system, but found that it ran too slowly. The publication’s previous report indicated that Apple would likely keep the Private Cloud Compute branding despite the change.
Apple Intelligence was unveiled at WWDC 2024, but its rollout has been overshadowed by mixed reception to its initial features and continued delays in the more personalized version of Siri. WWDC 2026 begins on June 8, when Apple is expected to reset the narrative by revisiting these delayed features and introducing new AI capabilities.
