After years of criticism regarding Siri's innovation, Apple has announced a smarter version of its digital assistant set to launch this fall. The new Siri will feature a host of updates and enhancements, thanks to the introduction of Apple Intelligence—Apple's generative AI platform—and a collaboration with OpenAI.
From ChatGPT integration to the new capability to type instead of speak to Siri, there are numerous ways Siri is evolving in the upcoming months. Here’s an overview of the exciting features Apple Intelligence will bring to the enhanced digital assistant.
We’ll learn more about Apple’s plans for Siri at the iPhone event scheduled for 10 a.m. this Monday, where new AirPods, a new Apple Watch, and potentially new Macs are also expected to be unveiled.
ChatGPT Integration on iPhone
Soon, Siri will leverage OpenAI's ChatGPT to provide smart responses to your inquiries. Need recipe suggestions based on garden-fresh ingredients? Just ask Siri, and it will relay that information to ChatGPT for tailored ideas.
You can also enhance your questions using photos or inquire about documents like PDFs. For instance, if you spot an intriguing flower during a walk but lack its name, simply take a picture and ask Siri for identification.
No ChatGPT account is required; however, you'll need to grant permission for Siri to access this service.
Personal Context Awareness
With Apple Intelligence, Siri will recognize your personal context, allowing it to take actions tailored to you. Siri can utilize the data on your device to help you find exactly what you need.
For example, if you can't recall whether Alice sent you a recipe via text message or email, just say, “Show me the recipe Alice sent a few days ago.” Or, if you're booking a flight and urgently need your passport number, ask Siri to retrieve it from your emails or images for swift entry.
Enhanced Language Understanding
Apple is improving communication with Siri by equipping it to understand more natural language. Even if you fumble your words, Siri will still grasp your requests. For instance, you could say, “Siri, set an alarm for—oh, never mind, make it a timer for 10 minutes. Actually, five minutes.” Siri will comprehend your intent.
Additionally, you can ask follow-up questions without needing to restate the context. If you inquire about the location of your next family reunion, you can then simply ask, “What will the weather be like there?” without mentioning the location again.
Type to Siri
Previously, communication with Siri was exclusively voice-based. With Apple Intelligence, you can now type to Siri when speaking out loud isn’t convenient. Just double-tap the button on your iPhone or iPad to ask your question.
This typing feature is especially useful in quiet settings where you prefer not to speak, or in noisy environments where your voice might not be clearly understood.
Enhanced Product Knowledge
Siri is gaining more knowledge about Apple’s products and services. If you have questions regarding your Apple device, you can turn to Siri for assistance. This includes guidance on utilizing new features on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
For example, you could ask Siri, “How do I schedule a text message to send later?” and receive detailed, step-by-step instructions instead of navigating through settings and help pages.
Onscreen Awareness
Siri can now comprehend what’s displayed on your screen and perform actions based on what you’re viewing. For instance, if your friend texts you a new address, simply instruct Siri to add it to their contact card.
Or, if a friend recommends a TV show on Apple TV+, you can ask Siri to open it directly.
Cross-App Functionality
With the introduction of Apple Intelligence, Siri can act in multiple apps simultaneously. For example, you could ask Siri to enhance a photo in the Photos app and then send it to a recipient in Messages—all without needing to switch between apps yourself.
Through these exciting new features, Siri is set to become a more versatile and intelligent digital assistant, enhancing user experience across Apple devices.
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