With every new Apple product launch, the tech world takes notice, and the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) tools was no exception. Amidst the AI frenzy, it was only a matter of time before the iPhone giant made its mark with something groundbreaking.
Rumors have been circulating that Apple is developing its own large language model (LLM), a direct competitor to OpenAI’s GPT-3 and GPT-4, Google’s Bert and LaMDA, Meta’s LLaMa-1 and LLaMa-2, among others. According to insider sources and a Bloomberg report, Apple’s LLM, codenamed “Ajax,” has also led to the creation of a chatbot service akin to ChatGPT, aptly named “Apple GPT.”
The Ajax project, a machine learning development initiative, was established by Apple last year and has since gained momentum. Currently, the Apple GPT chatbot is undergoing in-house testing, assisting Apple employees in product prototyping. The chatbot demonstrates the ability to summarize text and respond to questions based on its training data.
While Apple might seem to have joined the AI race later than its competitors, it is crucial for the company to stay ahead in this field. The success of its AR/VR headset Pro Vision, which was launched well after Meta’s progress in the space, illustrates the importance of timely innovations in maintaining its $320 billion revenue.
Recognizing the significance of AI, Apple is actively working on multiple AI-focused teams collaborating on the project. Google, too, felt the pressure and established a task force to develop AI products shortly after OpenAI’s ChatGPT launch.
Tim Cook’s Vision: Weaving AI into Future Products
Apple CEO Tim Cook had previously hinted at incorporating AI into future products, and the company has already integrated AI features into various devices. For instance, their watches have Fall Detection, and Siri serves as their AI voice assistant. Some iPhone and Apple Watch models also boast features like Crash Detection and ECG functionality, capturing heartbeats’ electrical signals’ timing and intensity.
Despite their somewhat conservative approach to AI, Apple is dedicated to defining the consumer-facing aspects of generative AI while addressing privacy concerns, an issue flagged by other AI firms like OpenAI.
Although Apple may have entered the generative AI realm later than others, the company’s efforts have certainly captured our curiosity. As the tech giant delves deeper into AI, the future promises exciting advancements in the world of Apple products.
