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Apple Unveils New On-Device AI Suite and Delays Siri Upgrade to Next Year

Apple unveiled a suite of AI tools under Apple Intelligence branding in preparation for a refined Siri release next year after extensive reliability testing.

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Overview

  • Apple postponed its next-generation AI-powered Siri features until 2026 after executives said the technology did not meet the company’s quality standards.
  • The Apple Intelligence label now encompasses embedded AI enhancements across iOS26, macOS and iPadOS instead of a standalone chatbot.
  • Visual Intelligence delivers contextual image analysis and search using Google Search and ChatGPT, while Image Playground gains ChatGPT-powered style generation.
  • New on-device tools include an AI-driven Workout Buddy that offers real-time coaching and summaries, plus Live Translation for Messages, FaceTime and phone calls.
  • Apple introduced a ‘Liquid Glass’ interface refresh across its platforms and opened its Foundation Models framework for developers to build offline AI features.