Apple Develops Secret ChatGPT Rival 'Veritas' to Power Siri's AI Overhaul Coming March 2026

Sep 29, 2025
Mashable
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Summary

Apple secretly develops internal ChatGPT rival called 'Veritas' to test revolutionary AI features for Siri's massive overhaul, scheduled to launch March 2026 with capabilities including AI-powered personal data search and in-app photo editing through new 'Linwood' system combining Apple's language models with third-party AI technology.

Key Points

  • Apple develops internal ChatGPT-like app called 'Veritas' to test features for Siri's upcoming AI overhaul, with no plans for public release
  • Veritas tests Apple's new 'Linwood' system that combines Apple's large language models with third-party AI technology to power the revamped Siri
  • The new AI-enhanced Siri is currently scheduled to debut in March 2026 after multiple delays, featuring capabilities like AI search through personal data and in-app photo editing

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