Google execs suggest Gemini-powered Siri will, in fact, run on Google’s own servers
Summary
During Alphabet's Q4 2025 earnings call, CEO Sundar Pichai sparked confusion about the deployment of the upcoming Gemini-powered Siri. The discussion highlights ongoing developments in AI technology and its integration into consumer products.
Key Insights
Will the new Gemini-powered Siri run on Google's servers instead of Apple's?
There is confusion and conflicting reports: some sources indicate Apple plans a custom Gemini model to run on its Private Cloud Compute servers for privacy, while others, including insights from Google's Q4 2025 earnings call and reports from Bloomberg and 9to5Mac, suggest the powerful Gemini 3 may require Google's cloud servers due to hardware needs.
What is Apple's Private Cloud Compute and how does it relate to Siri?
Private Cloud Compute is Apple's privacy-focused server infrastructure, introduced in 2024, that processes AI requests without storing user data long-term and limits access tools to reduce cyber risks; however, it may not support the most powerful Gemini models, potentially necessitating Google's servers.