SAN FRANCISCO — In a major development announced at the 2024 Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple and OpenAI revealed a groundbreaking partnership that will see ChatGPT integrated into Apple’s ecosystem. Later this year, users of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS will be able to seamlessly access ChatGPT’s advanced AI capabilities directly within their Apple devices, enhancing their user experience with powerful AI-driven features.

This integration will allow Apple users to utilize ChatGPT for various tasks, such as understanding images and documents, generating content, and even creating custom images in diverse styles. Siri, Apple’s virtual assistant, will also leverage ChatGPT’s intelligence when needed, ensuring that users receive accurate and helpful responses without the need to switch between multiple tools. Before any data—such as questions, documents, or photos—is sent to ChatGPT, users will be asked for their permission, ensuring that privacy remains a top priority.

ChatGPT will also be embedded within Apple’s systemwide Writing Tools, enabling users to generate content more efficiently. This integration is powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4o model and is designed with strong privacy protections; OpenAI will not store requests, and users’ IP addresses will be anonymized. For those who have a ChatGPT account, connecting it to these Apple experiences will allow them to access additional features and manage their data preferences according to ChatGPT’s policies.

The partnership between Apple and OpenAI reflects a shared commitment to safety and innovation, making advanced AI more accessible to a broader audience. ChatGPT will be available for free to all Apple users without requiring an account, while subscribers can connect their accounts to unlock premium features within these new integrations.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We’re excited to partner with Apple to bring ChatGPT to their users in a new way. Apple shares our commitment to safety and innovation, and this partnership aligns with OpenAI’s mission to make advanced AI accessible to everyone. Together with Apple, we’re making it easier for people to benefit from what AI can offer.”