Apple expands the Foundation Models framework at WWDC 2026

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Announced an expansion of the Foundation Models framework at WWDC 2026 — image input, integration of server-side third-party models (Claude, Gemini) through the same Swift API, free Private Cloud Compute for small developers, and a plan to open-source the framework (as announced)

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On-device AI frameworks shifted from a closed single model to a hybrid, multi-provider platform

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Pressmacrumors.comhttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/09/apple-outlines-major-ai-and-developer-tool-updates/

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