WWDC 2026: What to expect, from Siri’s highly anticipated revamp to Apple Intelligence and iOS 27

As the countdown to WWDC 2026 begins, anticipation is mounting for Apple's latest innovations. This year's Worldwide Developers Conference will kick off at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET, with a live stream available through the Apple Developer app, the company's website, and their YouTube channel. Among the most talked-about features is a significant upgrade to Siri, which aims to transform the assistant into a more conversational partner. This revamp is expected to enhance Siri's ability to understand context, manage multi-step tasks, and interact seamlessly across various applications. Powered by Google's Gemini technology, the new Siri is set to rival advanced AI chatbots such as ChatGPT and Claude. In addition to the Siri update, sources suggest that Apple may introduce a dedicated Siri app that allows users to set timers for conversation deletion, similar to features found in popular messaging platforms. This functionality could enable users to choose how long they want their conversations to be stored—options may include automatic deletion after 30 days, a year, or retaining them indefinitely. Another highlight could be the integration of an AI agent within the App Store, which would assist users in handling tasks like making reservations, managing daily activities, editing documents, or controlling smart home devices. Furthermore, a new feature titled “Visual Intelligence” might be added to the Camera app, replacing the previous Visual Intelligence option. This update is expected to enhance object recognition capabilities using Google Image Search, making it easier for users to identify what they've captured. The Photos app is also likely to see significant improvements, including intelligent scene recommendations, automatic object removal for cleaner images, and a novel AI photo editing feature that allows natural language requests for edits. The upcoming visionOS may introduce new productivity features, while the Image Playground app is rumored to receive enhancements for image generation, artistic styles, and editing tools. Moreover, a potential Genmoji feature could suggest custom emojis based on users’ interactions, and AI-generated wallpapers reflecting various themes might also be in the works. Key updates are expected for the Wallet app, particularly a bill-splitting feature that simplifies expense sharing among friends and family. Users may soon be able to photograph receipts and generate payment requests effortlessly. With these exciting prospects, Apple aims to enhance the Siri experience across all its devices, introducing more AI functionalities and stability upgrades. Stay tuned as WWDC 2026 unfolds, and see how many of these anticipated features become a reality, and whether the revamped Siri delivers on the hype.