Apple has introduced an updated version of Siri powered by artificial intelligence, offering new ways for users to interact with the voice assistant across iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches. The updated Siri can be accessed through multiple methods, including voice commands initiated by saying “Hey, Siri,” by holding down a physical button, or by typing queries in an app or a search box accessible via a swipe down from the top of the screen.

This new iteration aims to enhance Siri’s ability to handle more complex and personalized requests. For instance, users can ask Siri to search through their text messages and emails to retrieve specific information, such as confirming when a relative’s flight arrives or finding the time of an upcoming appointment. The assistant can also integrate with other apps to perform actions, like adding grocery items mentioned in messages to a shopping list in the Reminders app.

Siri AI introduces context-aware commands that respond to the content currently displayed on the user’s screen. Users can tell Siri to “add this to calendar” when viewing an event webpage or request photo editing tasks such as removing unwanted people from images. The assistant can help locate specific photos in large albums through descriptive queries, such as “Find that photo of my daughter eating ice cream.” Additionally, the AI can search the web to recommend nearby restaurants and help refine options based on follow-up questions such as hours of operation.

Apple is making the new Siri available through public beta versions of its operating systems, with users required to join a waitlist for access. Early reports indicate the assistant remains prone to occasional errors, including difficulty accurately translating menus or misunderstanding certain commands. Despite these issues, the updated Siri shows significant improvements from prior versions. For example, it now seeks clarification when hearing ambiguous calendar requests, a common source of past frustration.

Apple plans to officially release the new operating systems and Siri updates this fall, encouraging users to wait for the stable version rather than early beta releases. The enhancements suggest Apple is aiming to bring Siri closer in capability to other AI chatbots, combining conversational ability with deeper integration into the user’s personal data and device functions.