Apple's upgraded Siri may be almost two years late, but Apple could offer something no other chatbot has
Apple's upgraded Siri is reportedly almost two years late, but the company is focusing on privacy as a key differentiator. While other AI firms prioritize data collection, Apple aims to provide advanced AI features without compromising user privacy. This strategy may help Apple stand out in a crowded market of AI products.
- ▪Apple's AI upgrades for Siri have been delayed by nearly two years.
- ▪The company plans to emphasize user privacy in its AI offerings, contrasting with competitors that exploit user data.
- ▪An auto-delete feature in the new Siri app will limit data retention, enhancing privacy for users.
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Phones iPhones Apple's upgraded Siri may be almost two years late, but Apple could offer something no other chatbot has News By Tom Pritchard published 18 May 2026 Privacy could be Apple's secret weapon When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter When it comes to AI, it feels like Apple has fumbled things every step of the way. Not only was it late to market with its own AI features, but the promised AI upgrades to Siri are also almost two years overdue.
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