Apple’s plans for Siri in iOS 27 sound like exactly what I want

Earlier this week, a Bloomberg report outlined Apple’s big plans for a Siri overhaul in iOS 27. And if it proves accurate, I’m very excited for the direction Apple’s taking with Siri.

iOS 27’s Siri upgrades are reportedly a major overhaul

It’s nearly been two years since Apple detailed its plans for an AI-infused Siri at WWDC 2024. It pitched powerful new features like personal context, onscreen awareness, and new in-app and cross-app actions.

That trio of features is still highlighted on the Apple Intelligence website. But none of them have shipped.

Apple promises they’ll arrive in 2026, and iOS 27 is the expected release target.

But the Mark Gurman report at Bloomberg this week points to a much bigger Siri overhaul than just three new features.

Siri is not only being given new powers in iOS 27—it’s being overhauled into a truly crucial part of the iPhone.

It sounds like Apple’s doing exactly what I want from an all-new Siri.

Siri in iOS 27 will have new modes that make it an ever-present AI assistant

Per Bloomberg, the new Siri isn’t just getting new features in iOS 27. It will also take on new forms, or modes of use. Those include:

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