Apple Adds Native Claude Integration to Xcode

Apple is preparing native integration of Anthropic's Claude AI model in Xcode, alongside support for other Large Language Models (LLMs) via API. This comes after the company announced native ChatGPT integration during WWDC 2025. The integration is part of the revamped Swift Assist feature, which will support Apple's own models, ChatGPT, and third-party providers. The feature will allow developers to write code and explore frameworks with the help of AI.

Apple is poised to expand its AI capabilities within Xcode, with plans to integrate Anthropic's Claude AI model natively. This move follows the company's announcement of native ChatGPT integration during WWDC 2025. The integration is part of the revamped Swift Assist feature, which will support Apple's own models, ChatGPT, and third-party providers, allowing developers to leverage AI for coding and exploring frameworks.

According to 9to5Mac, the latest Xcode 26 beta 7 includes references to built-in support for Anthropic accounts and specific mentions of Claude Sonnet 4.0 and Claude Opus 4 [1]. This indicates that while ChatGPT remains the only model with first-party Xcode integration, the underlying support for Anthropic accounts is already in place, suggesting that Claude integration could be imminent.

The integration of Claude could appeal to developers who prefer Anthropic's models over OpenAI's. While developers have been able to use Claude via API, Apple's move towards native integration could provide a more seamless experience. Developers will still be able to use their API keys to plug in any third-party provider, including local models running on their Mac.

This development follows Apple's testing of a Claude-powered version of Xcode internally, as reported by Bloomberg in May [1]. Apple and Anthropic have been in talks for some time, with the possibility that Claude could join ChatGPT as an alternative to Siri and the system's Writing Tools, although this remains speculative.

The integration of Claude and other LLMs via API is part of Apple's broader strategy to enhance developer productivity and streamline coding processes. As AI continues to revolutionize various industries, Apple's move to incorporate more advanced AI tools within its development environment could provide a significant competitive advantage.

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[1] https://9to5mac.com/2025/08/18/apple-preps-native-claude-integration-on-xcode/