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Apple Confirms Siri Upgrades for iOS 19 as iPhone 17 Preps 12GB RAM

Apple announces delayed personalized Siri features will debut in the iOS 19 cycle, alongside hardware advancements in the upcoming iPhone 17 series.

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Overview

  • Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that personalized Siri features, previewed at WWDC 2024, are now slated for release during the iOS 19 cycle, with no specific timeline provided.
  • The iPhone 17 lineup will feature 12GB of RAM across all models, a first for Apple, to support enhanced on-device AI capabilities.
  • Apple is finalizing iOS 18.5, which will include localized Apple Intelligence support in China and new Pride wallpapers, ahead of its public rollout.
  • Development of iOS 19.4 has begun internally, with the update expected to launch in spring 2026 as part of Apple's dual-track iOS release strategy.
  • Apple is reportedly planning a significant wave of product launches in the coming months, including the iPhone 17 series, M5 MacBook Pro, and AirPods Pro 3.