After two years of delays, Apple has unveiled its revamped AI-powered Siri at WWDC 2026, with a beta version scheduled to arrive later this year.
The new assistant, known as Siri AI, marks Apple’s biggest change to Siri since the voice assistant first launched.
Apple aims to turn Siri into a conversational AI companion capable of handling more complex requests and competing with platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.
Dedicated app and conversational features
Siri AI will launch with its own app.
The assistant can:
- Draw on current world knowledge.
- Access information stored on a user’s device.
- Respond based on content displayed on the screen.
- Maintain back-and-forth conversations.
Instead of relying mainly on voice responses, Siri will display text cards containing:
- Web information.
- Messages.
- Other relevant results.
Dynamic Island integration
Apple has redesigned how Siri appears on newer iPhones.
Currently, activating Siri causes the edges of the display to glow.
With Siri AI, the interaction shifts to the Dynamic Island, where a new animation appears during conversations.
Users can:
- Say “Hey Siri.”
- Press the side button.
- Swipe down from the Dynamic Island.
- Type requests directly.
Writing assistance
A new “Write with Siri” feature will help users draft text in apps such as Mail and Messages.
According to Apple, Siri can adapt its tone based on previous communication patterns.
For example:
- Short, direct updates for a manager.
- More casual messages for friends.
More complex tasks
Apple said Siri can perform more advanced requests by combining information from:
- Previous emails.
- Calendar entries.
- Contacts.
- Web sources.
Users can ask Siri to:
- Write messages.
- Create plans.
- Brainstorm ideas.
- Review documents.
- Provide feedback.
New voice and dictation improvements
The assistant also includes:
- A redesigned voice experience.
- Adjustable speaking pace and expressiveness.
- More accurate system-wide dictation.
Apple said the updated dictation system improves:
- Spelling.
- Punctuation.
- Capitalization.
Expanding beyond the iPhone
Apple is integrating Siri AI across its ecosystem.
On macOS, the assistant will be available through Spotlight, which can now answer questions directly.
On watchOS, users will be able to ask questions and perform actions from their Apple Watch.
TL;DR:
Apple has introduced its long-awaited AI-powered Siri overhaul. Arriving in beta later this year, the assistant adds conversational capabilities, writing tools and deeper integration across iPhone, Mac and Apple Watch.
AI summary:
- Apple unveiled its redesigned AI-powered Siri at WWDC 2026.
- The assistant will enter beta later this year.
- Siri AI adds conversational abilities and a dedicated app.
- New features include writing assistance and improved dictation.
- Siri is being integrated into Spotlight and watchOS.
