Sources: Apple plans to allow third-party voice-controlled AI chatbots in CarPlay within the coming months; it won't let users replace CarPlay's Siri button (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg)
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Apple will allow third-party voice-controlled AI chatbots in CarPlay within the coming months. Users will not be able to replace the Siri button on CarPlay, keeping the original interface. Chatbot apps will need to be opened manually to access the assistants, rather than through a dedicated button.
Written from all 4 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- TechMeme·Sources: Apple plans to allow third-party voice-controlled AI chatbots in CarPlay within the coming months; it won't let users replace CarPlay's Siri button (Mark Gurman/Bloomberg)
Apple plans to allow third-party voice-controlled AI chatbots in CarPlay. This change is expected within the coming months. Apple won't let users replace CarPlay's Siri button.
- The Verge·Apple might let you use ChatGPT from CarPlay
Apple may add support for third-party chatbots like ChatGPT in CarPlay. Users could access these chatbots directly, but won't be able to replace Siri. They will need to manually open their preferred chatbot's app.
- Engadget·Apple will reportedly allow third-party AI assistants in CarPlay
Apple will reportedly allow third-party AI assistants in CarPlay. This change may enable integration with various AI assistants. It could enhance user experience in vehicles.
- TechCrunch·Apple is working to make CarPlay compatible with AI chatbots like ChatGPT
Apple is working to make CarPlay compatible with AI chatbots. Engineers aim to support AI chatbot apps soon. This will enable integration with chatbots like ChatGPT.
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