Overview

• Apple postponed the AI-enhanced Siri features originally slated for iOS 18 because the initial V1 architecture failed to meet its reliability and performance benchmarks.
• In March, Apple leaders concluded that V1’s limitations would prevent Siri from delivering a consistent experience and initiated a move to a more capable V2 architecture.
• Craig Federighi reiterated Apple’s commitment to rolling out every previously announced Siri feature and hinted at additional capabilities beyond those first unveiled.
• The company’s “AI for the rest of us” approach prioritizes practical improvements—such as better task handling and user intent understanding—over experimental or esoteric functions.
• No firm launch date has been announced, but Apple plans to deliver the enhanced Siri within the coming year, with a possible integration into iOS 19 in 2026.