Apple has been teasing a revolutionary, AI-enhanced version of Siri since the introduction of Apple Intelligence in 2024. However, over the past year and a half, the anticipated launch of this advanced Siri has seen multiple postponements. Recent insights from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman suggest that the wait might extend even longer.
Initially, a rollout was expected with the iOS 26.4 update scheduled for March. Now, it appears that the enhancements will be implemented gradually, with some features potentially delayed until the iOS update in May or even until the arrival of iOS 27 in September. Reports indicate that Apple encountered challenges during internal testing, leading to further delays in the launch timeline.
The upcoming changes are said to align Siri more closely with the latest large language model chatbots that have gained popularity in the tech industry. Instead of needing to access a separate app like ChatGPT or Claude on your devices, users will be able to interact directly with Siri, which will be powered by advanced AI technologies.
It's a challenging time for the team behind Siri, but their efforts are sure to lead to exciting developments.