Billionaire reacts to the possible use of Gemini AI in a future version of Siri and raises concerns about competition in the artificial intelligence sector
Elon Musk reacted negatively to the partnership announced on January 12, 2026, between Apple and Google to collaborate on artificial intelligence initiatives, which could lead to a new version of Siri incorporating Google’s Gemini AI technology. According to the entrepreneur, such an arrangement may represent a disproportionate concentration of power in the hands of the search giant.
In a post on X, Musk responded to the official announcement, writing that “this looks like an irrational concentration of power for Google, given that they also have Android and Chrome.” The criticism came shortly after the two companies confirmed their intention to work together on AI-related technologies — a move that Musk appears to view as a potential threat to competitive balance in the tech ecosystem.
This seems like an unreasonable concentration of power for Google, given that the also have Android and Chrome
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 12, 2026
What the Apple–Google Partnership Could Include
Apple and Google have confirmed that Gemini is expected to play a role in supporting Apple’s future artificial intelligence features, including a more personalized and capable version of Siri. However, the exact scope of Gemini’s integration and its role within Siri have not been officially confirmed.
Industry observers suggest that the partnership is likely to be multi-year and may involve the use of Google’s infrastructure to support AI models within Apple’s ecosystem, though Apple has not disclosed specific implementation details or timelines.
Elon Musk’s Direct Interest and Legal Context
Musk’s criticism carries additional weight because he is the CEO of xAI, the company behind the Grok chatbot, which competes directly with Google’s Gemini. Beyond public statements, this rivalry has also taken legal form.
Last year, xAI filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI, alleging that the companies worked to preserve market dominance and restrict competition in the artificial intelligence space. The case remains ongoing, and while legal proceedings are advancing, no decisive outcome or final hearing date has been publicly confirmed.
According to analysts, the renewed criticism may signal growing tension as regulatory and legal scrutiny around AI partnerships intensifies, rather than an imminent courtroom showdown.
Speculation Around a Possible Tesla Smartphone
Some analysts interpret Musk’s reaction as more than a legal or rhetorical warning. In previous public remarks, Musk has stated that if the Apple–Google “duopoly” were to abuse its control over app distribution or engage in censorship, he would consider developing a competing smartphone.
While no official product announcement exists, the idea of a Tesla-branded smartphone integrated with Grok and operating independently of Apple and Google’s ecosystems continues to circulate among industry watchers. For now, however, such a device remains speculative and has not been confirmed by Musk or Tesla.