Welcome to Jumble, your go-to source for AI news updates. This week, OpenAI is making a shocking pivot by shuttering Sora to focus on a mysterious new model called Spud. Apple is finally opening Siri to third-party AI tools like Claude and Gemini as part of a major iOS overhaul. Let’s dive in ⬇️
In today’s newsletter:
🎬 OpenAI pulls the plug on Sora video
📱 Apple transforms Siri into an AI gateway
🕵️ Anthropic’s next gen model leak
🤖 Humanoid robots make a White House appearance
🆚 Weekly challenge: Test your fav model against open-source
🥔 OpenAI Kills Sora to Focus On Spud
OpenAI is discontinuing its Sora AI video generation app and API just six months after its public launch. The decision comes as the company redirects massive compute resources toward a new model codenamed Spud.
Have you used Sora before?
Despite topping the App Store charts initially, the standalone Sora app saw usage drop by nearly half in early 2026. The research team will now pivot to world simulation research to advance robotics while the company prepares for a potential IPO later this year.
🚀 Shifting Gears for the Spud Economy
CEO Sam Altman described the upcoming Spud model as a very strong tool that can accelerate the global economy. This strategic shift also ends a major Disney partnership that was set to bring iconic characters into the AI video space without any cash exchange.
🧠 Siri Opens the Door to Rival Chatbots
Apple is reportedly planning a massive overhaul for its operating systems that will allow third party AI apps to integrate directly with Siri. This change, expected with the preview of iOS 27, positions Siri as a central gateway rather than a locked down assistant, marking a significant shift in the company's software strategy.
🔌 The New Extensions System in iOS 27
The upcoming Extensions system for Apple devices will let users route queries to Claude or Gemini through Siri settings. Unlike the initial ChatGPT partnership, Apple seeks broad compatibility, allowing users to choose their preferred model for specific tasks.
🤖 Siri Evolves Into a Global AI Gateway
This change effectively turns Siri into a unified gateway for various AI models while potentially boosting App Store revenue through subscriptions. While Apple continues to use Google Gemini for core on device features, users will gain unprecedented choice.
Weekly Scoop 🍦
🎯 Weekly Challenge: Test Open-Source vs SOTA Models
Challenge: Ever wonder how the latest open-source models stack up against ChatGPT and Claude? This week, try benchmarking a few rising contenders for yourself.
Here's what to do:
🧪 Step 1: Pick a platform Head over to OpenRouter or Abacus AI to access open-source models like Kimi K2.5, MiniMax, and others (many are free or low-cost to test).
🎯 Step 2: Choose a challenger Browse the available open-source models and pick one or two that catch your eye. Look for recent releases that are generating buzz on benchmarks.
🧩 Step 3: Test the reasoning Give it a complex logic puzzle, a coding task or a nuanced writing prompt you have tried elsewhere. See how it handles depth, accuracy and edge cases.
⚖️ Step 4: Compare the results Paste the same prompt into your usual AI of choice and see which one gives you a more nuanced or accurate answer. You might discover a new tool worth adding to your workflow.
Is OpenAI making a mistake by killing its most viral product? And are you ready to let new AI models take over your iPhone? See you next time! 🚀
Stay informed, stay curious, and stay ahead with Jumble!
Zoe from Jumble
