Apple is said to be planning to release its delayed Siri upgrade in spring 2026.
The upgraded Siri will likely roll out with the iOS 26.4 update.
Apple had originally planned to launch the new Siri in late 2024.
Apple is reportedly aiming to launch its much-awaited Siri upgrade in spring 2026, after facing repeated delays. The upgraded version of Siri is expected to roll out with the iOS 26.4 update, which usually arrives around March. This upgrade is part of Apple’s larger push to catch up in the AI race, especially as rivals like Google and OpenAI continue to move ahead.
SurveyAccording to Bloomberg, Apple’s Siri team is now focused on making sure the new features are ready in time for the ‘.4’ iOS update, though the exact timeline could still change depending on progress.
The upgraded Siri was first announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2024. It promises to offer a more intelligent experience by accessing personal information and understanding what’s on the screen. This would allow Siri to better answer questions and complete tasks with more context.
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Apple originally planned to release the upgraded Siri in late 2024. However, the project was delayed multiple times due to technical challenges. One major issue was Apple’s use of two different systems: One for basic functions like setting alarms, and another for advanced features. This led to bugs and forced Apple’s engineers to rebuild parts of Siri from the ground up.
The report also highlights internal disagreements between Apple’s AI and marketing teams. Engineers believe the marketing team overhyped features, while marketers say they simply followed the development timelines they were given.
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Another challenge for Apple is deciding how much of the AI technology it should develop in-house and how much it should rely on outside partners like OpenAI, according to the report. The company has even discussed the idea of buying smaller AI startups.
If everything goes according to plan, Apple might give users a preview of the revamped Siri when it launches the next iPhones in fall 2025 but that decision hasn’t been confirmed yet.
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