Apple plans to replace Core ML with a modernized Core AI framework at WWDC to help developers better take advantage of the latest AI features in their apps in iOS 27, according to a new report.
Mark Gurman has more details in Bloomberg News’ Power On newsletter.
But the company also plans several other software-based AI upgrades, including a new framework called Core AI. The idea is to replace the long-standing Core ML with something a little more modern.
As Garman points out, this change reflects a more modern use of AI, not just machine learning but all artificial intelligence, a more specific approach to AI.
The switch from “ML” to “AI” is important. Apple knows that “machine learning” is an outdated term that no longer resonates with developers and consumers. However, the general purpose of Core AI remains the same. It’s about allowing developers to integrate external AI models into their apps.
While the move from Core ML to Core AI is very likely just a reflection of modern terminology, the framework’s renaming suggests that Apple is giving it a lot of attention this year as well.
For developers, this will likely mean new ways to incorporate AI capabilities into their apps without requiring many third-party resources or building tools from scratch.
For users of Apple platforms, this framework name change should reflect a larger trend at Apple in embracing modern AI tools that can lead to new and more capable experiences with Apple products.
We should hear more about what’s in iOS 27 in the coming months, as Apple will hold its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in June.
Meanwhile, Apple is expected to release long-awaited upgrades to Siri and Apple Intelligence, powered by Google’s Gemini AI model, as early as iOS 26.5. Apple is currently testing iOS 26.4 with developers and public beta testers, so we’ll have to wait a few more weeks for the first iOS 26.5 beta.
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