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Apple's Upgraded Siri AI Promises to Do More. I'm Not Sure I Want That - CNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Commentary: I can't trust AI to complete my tasks as I would. With Apple’s long-promised Siri makeover, Siri AI will work across more apps and devices. I’m not thrilled about it. At its WWDC 2026 developer conference on Monday, Apple made its new Siri the focus. You’ll be able to summon Siri to find out about concert tickets and set a reminder to buy them. You can ask Siri about a landmark displayed on your screen that your friend sent you, and see if the friend lives nearby without scrolling through weeks of messages. Siri AI can even sign in and change your passwords for eligible accounts on your behalf — which sounds to me like handing over a little too much control. Read more: Apple AI Just Got a Huge Overhaul at WWDC 2026. Here’s the Lowdown Siri already has access to some apps using your voice, but it’s never been able to handle multi-step tasks without your help. Soon, Siri will be able to

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Apple Vision Pro users can ponder the Siri orb.

WWDC 2026: All the news from Apple’s developers conference Literally — the upcoming visionOS 27 update lets you add a glowing, animated Siri AI ball anywhere on your workspace, and ask questions when you look at it. It’ll even shine light…

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Apple Vision Pro users can ponder the Siri orb.

WWDC 2026: All the news from Apple’s developers conference Literally — the upcoming visionOS 27 update lets you add a glowing, animated Siri AI ball anywhere on your workspace, and ask questions when you look at it.…

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WatchOS 27 Fixes Siri at Last, but You May Need to Buy a New Apple Watch to Get It - CNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests…

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Apple's Upgraded Siri AI Promises to Do More. I'm Not Sure I Want That - CNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests…

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