Overview
- Apple reiterated it is making good progress on a more personalized, Apple Intelligence–powered Siri slated for release next year.
- Multiple outlets report a spring window likely tied to iOS 26.4, though Apple has not provided a firm date.
- Cook said Apple intends to add more third‑party AI services over time beyond today’s ChatGPT integration, with engineers preparing Model Context Protocol support.
- Apple is expanding Private Cloud Compute, with servers for Apple Intelligence recently starting production in Houston for an upcoming data‑center ramp.
- The updated schedule follows a 2025 delay, internal performance concerns, AI talent departures, and active class‑action lawsuits over earlier Siri marketing.