Apple's Siri Can Be Replaced with Claude or ChatGPT, Code Demonstrates

Apple’s Siri can now be swapped out for OpenAI’s ChatGPT or Anthropic’s Claude, a development reported by MacRumors on September 14, 2026. The change is enabled through a new integration that routes voice‑assistant requests to the respective AI models, allowing users to receive more sophisticated, context‑aware responses than the default Siri engine provides. The feature is available to developers and power users who are willing to configure the system via the OpenAI or Anthropic APIs, and it can be implemented on jailbroken devices or through a custom app that bridges Siri’s input to the external model.

The article details the technical steps required to set up the swap, including obtaining API keys, configuring a middleware app, and adjusting Siri’s “Shortcuts” settings to forward queries. It notes that while the new assistant offers richer language capabilities and broader knowledge, it also introduces latency and potential privacy concerns, as user data must be transmitted to third‑party servers. Apple has not yet announced an official partnership with either OpenAI or Anthropic, and the feature remains unofficial, with users cautioned that it may violate Apple’s terms of service.

The announcement sparked discussion on Hacker News, where 78 points and 23 comments highlighted both enthusiasm for the enhanced conversational experience and caution about security and compliance. Users debated whether Apple might eventually integrate similar AI models natively, and whether the current workaround could pressure the company to adopt more advanced assistants. The development underscores a growing trend of third‑party AI integration into mainstream platforms, signaling a potential shift in how voice assistants evolve in the coming years.