Apple’s Project Mulberry: AI Agent ‘Doctors’ for Health Advice

Apple is reportedly developing an Artificial Intelligence agent, internally known as ‘Project Mulberry,’ designed to offer health advice. This initiative marks Apple’s latest venture into the health sector, leveraging AI to empower the Health app with capabilities to analyze data and give users personalized health recommendations. Initially part of Project Quartz, a health coaching service, the Mulberry project aims to monitor and promote better lifestyle choices regarding exercise, diet, and sleep patterns.

The initiative has ramped up development efforts, with a possible release coinciding with the launch of Apple’s forthcoming iOS 19.4. This AI-driven health advisor will gather information from various Apple devices and provide tailored health tips based on the collected data. Notably, Apple is exploring partnerships with healthcare professionals such as cardiologists, nutritionists, and mental health experts to enrich the project with medical expertise and educational content through video explainers.

Further distinguishing Apple’s approach, the company plans to integrate a strong food tracking feature into its health app, positioning it as a direct competitor to established nutrition apps like MyFitnessPal and Noom. Despite previous setbacks, such as the legal disputes that led to the removal of a smartwatch feature, Apple remains committed to advancing its footprint in healthcare technology, indicating a significant strategic shift toward health-focused innovation.