WWDC 2026: Everything announced on Siri AI, iOS 27, Apple Intelligence and more

This morning, Apple launched its highly anticipated WWDC 2026 event at Apple Park, kicking off a week packed with exciting announcements about Siri, iOS 27, and Apple Intelligence, among other developments. This year’s conference is particularly significant as it marks the final appearance of CEO Tim Cook, who will be transitioning leadership to Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, John Ternus, effective September 1. One of the key highlights is Apple’s ambitious plan to enhance Siri and its overall AI capabilities. After collaborating with Google on some AI initiatives and experiencing delays in previous releases, Apple is eager to regain momentum. The company aims to elevate the Siri experience, acknowledging the rising expectations from users in the current AI landscape. Apple revealed that the updated Siri will leverage the advanced Google Gemini technology, promising improved conversational abilities and compatibility with visual intelligence. Users can expect Siri to be available in a standalone app, in addition to its integration within existing applications. During the event, Apple emphasized its commitment to privacy, with Senior Vice President Craig Federighi stating, “We believe privacy in AI is non-negotiable.” He assured viewers that user data would only be utilized to fulfill requests, and external experts would be allowed to verify this commitment at any time. For those who were not keen on last year’s Liquid Glass design changes, there’s good news. While Apple is not completely overhauling its visual style, users will have the flexibility to modify certain design elements. Additionally, Apple introduced a new, layered approach to the Liquid Glass theme within its applications, responding to feedback from critics. In an exciting development, Apple announced that the upcoming iOS update will be accessible to more users than any previous release, with all devices starting from the iPhone 11 eligible for the upgrade. This update promises a range of performance enhancements, claiming that new photos will load 70% faster, AirDrop transfers will be 80% quicker, and CPU scheduling improvements will facilitate better multitasking. Stay tuned for more updates and detailed coverage as the event unfolds. You can also watch the full stream on Apple’s YouTube channel.