Apple AI plans: New Siri overhaul unveiled at WWDC 2026
Apple unveiled a major AI overhaul at WWDC 2026, introducing a standalone Siri app with multi-turn conversation capabilities and deep system integration, while partnering with Google to adopt Gemini models for its 'Apple Intelligence' features. The update also includes a unified 'Search or Ask' entry point via Dynamic Island and third-party chatbot support, marking a strategic shift to regain AI leadership with a privacy-focused approach.
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2026, held June 8, 2026, marks a turning point for the company’s AI ambitions. After delays and criticism, Apple is overhauling Siri into a standalone app designed for long-term, multi-turn conversations and seamless integration across system-level tasks. The revamp includes a partnership with Google, with Apple adopting Gemini models to power its 'Apple Intelligence' features. This shift aligns with broader industry trends while addressing past limitations in AI responsiveness. A new 'Search or Ask' entry point via the Dynamic Island will replace traditional Spotlight search, consolidating user queries. Users will also gain the ability to select third-party chatbots like Claude or Gemini, expanding functionality beyond Apple’s native tools. The updates reflect Apple’s strategy to blend on-device privacy with advanced AI capabilities, positioning the iPhone as the primary device for AI interactions. Former Apple retail chief Ron Johnson suggested the company could 'win in AI,' emphasizing its potential to dominate the market through user-centric design.
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