# Apple is reportedly planning to let iPhone users choose which AI models they want to use on-device.

*genai · news · 2026-05-05 · TechCrunch*

## Key points

- Apple will let users choose among several third-party AI models in iOS 27.
- The feature, called Extensions, enables generative AI access from installed apps via Apple Intelligence.
- Google's and Anthropic's AI models are currently being tested for integration by Apple.
- This choice of models will also extend to iPadOS 27 and macOS 27.
- Apple's AI strategy centers on integrating AI into existing devices, not building vast new services.

**Companies:** Apple, Google, Anthropic
**Countries:** United States

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