Apple is preparing to unveil a dramatically improved version of Siri, powered by Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence, as early as late February. This upgrade, first reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman – a consistently accurate source on Apple leaks – marks the first public demonstration of the company’s long-awaited overhaul of its voice assistant.
The Gemini Partnership: A Strategic Shift
The new Siri will run on Google’s Gemini AI models, a direct result of the multi-year partnership announced earlier this month. This collaboration is a significant departure for Apple, which historically prioritized in-house AI development. The move underscores the intense competition in generative AI, where Apple appears to be accelerating its efforts to catch up with rivals like Google Assistant and ChatGPT.
What to Expect from the New Siri
The upgraded Siri, expected in iOS 26.4 (currently slated for beta testing in February), promises a substantial leap in capability. Users can anticipate:
- Enhanced Contextual Awareness: Better understanding of on-screen content and personal data for more relevant responses.
- Richer Conversations: More natural and detailed interactions, fulfilling promises originally made at WWDC 2024 but delayed due to technical hurdles.
- Improved Task Completion: More accurate and efficient execution of voice commands and requests.
Apple may preview the new Siri through private briefings or a focused event, rather than a large-scale keynote.
Future Plans: Siri’s Evolution Continues
Beyond the February release, Apple is reportedly planning an even more ambitious Siri transformation for WWDC in June 2026. This future iteration could bring a fully conversational AI assistant across all Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, and Mac) with iOS 27.
This partnership with Google reflects the reality that even tech giants must sometimes collaborate to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
While Apple has not officially confirmed details, consistent reports from reliable sources suggest the long-awaited Siri upgrade is finally on the horizon.
