Apple Sets Target to Release Delayed Siri AI Update by Spring 2026
Apple has established an internal goal for the long-awaited upgrade of Siri by Spring 2026, Bloomberg reported. This is a significant move in the company’s efforts to enhance artificial intelligence. The company’s Siri team reportedly intends to introduce the updated voice assistant with the iOS 26.4 software update. The highly anticipated modifications will enable Siri to access users’ personal information and on-screen actions to better respond to inquiries. Typically, Apple’s .4 updates—referred to as ‘E’ in the company’s internal software development timeline—are scheduled for release in March. This has been true for iOS 18.4 this year and iOS 17.4 in 2024. However, an exact date has not yet been confirmed for the software, other than an indication of a spring release, as stated by sources who wished to remain anonymous due to the confidential nature of the project. Apple informed Bloomberg that it has not specified a precise timeline for the new Siri functionalities. The company reiterated previous statements indicating that the enhancements are anticipated in the “coming year”. The schedule may still change if unforeseen challenges arise. If the development efforts over the next few weeks yield successful results, the company might contemplate showcasing the features during the next iPhone launch in the fall, as per reports. However, no final decisions have been reached. Nevertheless, AIM earlier reported that Apple’s planned Siri upgrade has been postponed until at least 2027. The Apple Intelligence suite was launched last year. Notably, Apple aims to enhance Siri with iOS 19 in 2026, but a fully competitive AI system might not be operational until 2027 or beyond. Recently, at the WWDC 2025, Apple unveiled a series of updates to its artificial intelligence feature suite, Apple Intelligence. These new functionalities will accompany iOS 26 and be accessible to compatible iPhone models later this year. The company announced an integrated live translation feature for messages, FaceTime, and phone applications. As reported by AIM, this feature assists with real-time translation of text messages, phone calls, and audio during FaceTime conversations. Bloomberg earlier reported that there continues to be a discussion regarding the extent of AI capabilities Apple should develop in-house versus what it should outsource to partners such as OpenAI. Moreover, the company has had internal conversations about acquiring smaller startups focused on AI-related technologies.
The update will enhance user interactions by enabling Siri to use personal information to provide tailored responses.
The update will enhance user interactions by enabling Siri to use personal information to provide tailored responses.
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Smruthi brings over two years of experience in reporting on the global energy industry. They hold a Master's Degree from the University of Leeds in International Journalism and a Bachelor's Degree from Christ University in Media Studies, Economics and Political Science.