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Apple could fold Siri into a dedicated app with a big makeover

Siri is getting a chatbot-style app with saved chats, prompts, and improved AI functionality

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Apple is working on a major reboot for Siri that will make it compete with AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini. The company is testing both a standalone Siri app and a system-wide “Ask Siri” feature as part of a broader AI overhaul.

The new version is expected to debut at WWDC on June 8 alongside iOS 27 and macOS 27. Apple’s goal is to turn Siri from a basic assistant into a deeply integrated AI agent that works across apps and understands your workflow.

What changes is Apple making to the Siri app?

According to a Bloomberg report, Apple is testing a dedicated Siri app across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. This app is designed to compete with the latest AI assistants while giving you a central place to manage conversations.

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The interface shows your past chats in a list or grid, with previews for each conversation. You can pin important chats, search through older ones, and start new conversations using a prominent button.

Inside a conversation, the layout looks similar to Messages, with chat bubbles and a text input field. You can switch between voice and text, and even upload files like documents or photos for Siri to analyze.

The app also suggests prompts based on your previous activity, making it feel more personalized. It adapts to light and dark modes, keeping the design consistent with the rest of iOS.

Deeper app control and smarter AI under the hood

The report also mentions that Apple is expanding its App Intents system, which allows Siri to control actions inside both Apple and third party apps more precisely.

Over time, this could let you navigate apps using voice, including scrolling through menus or triggering actions without touching the screen.

These features are powered by updated Apple Foundation Models, combined with Google Gemini technology. If Apple gets this right, Siri could finally feel like a modern AI assistant that keeps up with how you actually use your phone.

Manisha Priyadarshini
Manisha Priyadarshini is a tech and entertainment writer with over nine years of editorial experience.
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