Apple Confirms New Siri Launch on Track for This Year
Recent reports have highlighted challenges surrounding Apple’s new Siri initiative, originally targeted for rollout with iOS 26.4. A Bloomberg article by Mark Gurman indicated that internal delays might push some features to iOS 26.5 or later. This news prompted a noticeable decline in Apple’s stock price, eroding investor confidence.
Apple’s Commitment to New Siri Launch
In response to these concerns, CNBC’s Steve Kovach received confirmation from Apple that the company is still committed to launching the new Siri this year. This statement does not specifically refute the claims made by Bloomberg but reiterates Apple’s previous promises regarding advancements for Siri.
Timeline and Features of Siri Updates
Apple has consistently communicated to customers that anticipated Siri enhancements, first revealed at WWDC 2024, would be available in 2026. Key features expected include:
- Personal context awareness for Siri
- Support for rich in-app actions
- Onscreen awareness to facilitate user queries based on visual context
Despite the public timeline of 2026, multiple sources suggested that Apple aimed to introduce these features in iOS 26.4. However, the latest reports indicate that this goal may not be achievable.
Collaboration with Google Gemini
New Siri functionalities will reportedly utilize Google Gemini models, stemming from a recent partnership between Apple and Google. This collaboration aims to enhance Siri’s capabilities significantly.
Future Developments with iOS 27
Looking ahead, Apple is expected to introduce an advanced Siri chatbot experience with iOS 27, powered by the latest Google Gemini foundation models. However, if the initial features remain behind schedule, there are concerns that future deadlines may also be impacted.
In a rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape, maintaining investor trust hinges on Apple’s ability to meet its development goals efficiently.
