Apple’s long-awaited AI upgrade for Siri is finally taking shape, and it promises to revolutionize hands-free computing. Originally slated for earlier this year, the new features are now expected to arrive in iOS 26.4 next spring.
Siri will get a complete overhaul with the introduction of App Intents, LLM-based ‘LLM Siri,’ and personal context knowledge. These upgrades aim to provide truly hands-free computing capabilities, allowing users to operate apps without lifting a finger. The new architecture will also enable on-screen awareness, making Siri more intuitive and user-friendly.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the upgrade has the potential to be a game-changer for Apple’s ecosystem. “If Apple nails this, it’s not just a nice ease-of-use upgrade — it’s the fulfillment of the vision Siri promised nearly 15 years ago.” The new features have been described as a “new era” for Siri, promising to unleash the intelligence of ChatGPT-like capabilities on all devices.
The upgrades come with a warning: shipping early this year would have been extremely risky. Apple has taken the necessary time to refine its approach, ensuring that the new system is both powerful and user-friendly. The wait has been long, but if Apple can deliver what it promises, users should be in for a significant upgrade.
Source: https://9to5mac.com/2025/08/12/next-years-siri-revamp-sounds-like-it-could-truly-be-worth-the-wait