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Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says iOS 27, to be unveiled at WWDC 2026, will be a relatively modest release focused on bug fixes, performance improvements, and design refinements, with a more personalized Siri via a chatbot interface. A first beta of iOS 26.4 is expected the week of February 23, and major updates will be previewed for developers at WWDC ahead of a fall public release.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple will release the first iOS 26.4 beta to developers in the week of Feb. 23, previewing Apple Intelligence features and a more personalized Siri, as Apple focuses on performance and bug fixes ahead of iOS 27.
Apple is partnering with Google to bring Gemini-powered Apple Intelligence and a revamped Siri to the iPhone 17, with a February unveiling and a broader rollout later this year, marking a long-awaited AI upgrade for Apple devices.
Apple restructures its AI leadership under Craig Federighi to accelerate a Siri overhaul by integrating Google's Gemini models while continuing to develop on-device Apple models and weighing acquisitions to optimize AI, with a revamped Siri expected later this year amid internal concerns about cost and control.
Apple plans to upgrade Siri into a Gemini-powered AI chatbot later this year, integrating it across iPhone, iPad, and Mac and core apps; the AI model will be provided by Google while Apple designs the UI, with a revised Siri before launch. This follows Apple and Google's partnership to base Apple Foundation Models on Gemini, emphasizing on-device operation and privacy, with earlier reports of a 2026 target after delays.
Rumors say iOS 27 will focus on quality and performance while bringing Apple Intelligence features like an AI-powered Calendar and a redesigned Siri with proactive suggestions, plus an AI health coach through Apple Health+. Google Gemini is expected to power some features, with 5G satellite internet (likely limited to iPhone 18 Pro) and satellite-based Maps and Messages among the new capabilities; more details are expected leading up to WWDC 2026.
Apple’s 2024 Apple Intelligence rollout struggled as the iPhone 16 shipped without a smarter Siri. With strong iPhone demand persisting, Apple pivoted to using Google’s Gemini models to power a smarter Siri via its Private Cloud Compute, signaling a shift from building its own AI models to partnering for intelligence. The real test now is turning AI into a product people actually want—a Siri that differentiates the iPhone rather than a mere feature—while competing with Google and others in a fast-evolving AI landscape.
Apple has struck a cloud-based deal with Google to use Gemini AI models to power the next generation of Siri and its Apple Intelligence, a contract that could be worth up to $5 billion over time. Apple says Gemini provides the most capable foundation for its Apple Foundation Models, while the arrangement raises questions about the future of the ChatGPT integration (which Apple says won’t be affected). A new Siri powered by Gemini is expected with iOS 26.4 later this year. Despite the headline figure, Apple’s AI infrastructure spending remains comparatively modest next to peers that have poured hundreds of billions into data centers.
Apple is set to unveil a revamped, AI-powered Siri with new features like personal context, on-screen awareness, and app actions, expected with iOS 26.4 around March or April 2024. Additionally, Apple is developing its own generative AI search engine, potentially launching as soon as March, to compete with other AI tools and integrate into Safari and Spotlight. These updates follow delays caused by engineering challenges and may utilize Google Gemini for AI processing.
Apple is preparing iOS 27 with three major AI features: a visual redesign of Siri, an AI-powered web search tool, and a health management AI agent integrated into a revamped Health app, signaling significant updates to Apple’s AI strategy.
Apple released iOS 26.1, adding features like a Liquid Glass opacity toggle, a slide-to-stop alarm, expanded language support for Apple Intelligence and AirPods, and various improvements across apps, enhancing user experience and privacy. The update also introduces small UI changes and security enhancements, with availability for compatible iPhones including the iPhone 11 and later.
A new report suggests that iOS 27 will feature significant updates to Apple Intelligence, building on the AI enhancements expected in iOS 26.4, including a major Siri overhaul, with broader AI strategy updates anticipated. These updates are expected to be announced at WWDC in June, signaling a focus on advanced AI features across Apple devices.
iOS 26 reintroduces notification summaries for News and Entertainment apps with improvements to reduce errors, addressing past controversies and enhancing user experience with clearer warnings and more accurate summaries.
iOS 26 introduces over 20 new Apple Intelligence features across communication, app integration, image creation, and system improvements, enhancing translation, search, organization, and personalization, but only on recent iPhone models like iPhone 15 and 16.
Apple is set to launch new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2, signaling a broader expansion of its smart home ecosystem with upcoming products like a smart display, security camera, and video doorbell, all centered around Apple Intelligence, hinting at a significant future strategy for Apple Home.