Apple is preparing to allow voice-controlled artificial intelligence chatbots from external companies to operate within its CarPlay system, marking a major shift in its in-car software strategy, according to a Bloomberg News report.
Until now, Apple has restricted voice control in CarPlay exclusively to its own digital assistant, Siri. The planned change would, for the first time, enable users to interact with third-party AI chatbots directly through their vehicle’s infotainment interface using voice commands.
The move signals Apple’s growing willingness to open its ecosystem as competition in artificial intelligence intensifies. By expanding voice-control options beyond Siri, Apple aims to offer users more flexibility and advanced conversational features while driving.
If implemented, the update could significantly reshape the CarPlay experience, allowing drivers to access a wider range of AI-powered services without leaving the Apple environment.
Apple to Open CarPlay to Third-Party Voice AI Chatbots: Report
