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Apple's plans to completely overhaul Siri with advanced AI capabilities have been delayed, according to a new report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

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• Apple's Siri Overhaul Hit with Significant Delays

• SoftBank is reportedly seeking $16 billion in loans

• Anthropic will participate in Department of Energy's "1,000 Scientist AI Jam'“

• Samsung introduced new $300 Galaxy A series phones

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Apple's Siri Overhaul Hit with Significant Delays

Apple's plans to completely overhaul Siri with advanced AI capabilities have been delayed, according to a new report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Employees now believe the revamped assistant won’t be fully modernized until 2027.

Key details:

Currently, Siri operates on a fragmented architecture, with older functions and newer AI features running on separate systems. Apple had intended to merge them into a unified architecture, but this integration has reportedly fallen behind schedule.

User adoption of Apple's AI features has been slow, with many finding them less advanced compared to competitors' offerings.

The AI division is also facing challenges such as talent poaching, leadership changes, and difficulties securing the necessary AI chips.

Why it matters: While Apple is known for refining existing technology rather than being first to market, the rapid advancements in voice AI are highlighting a significant gap in its capabilities. With competitors like Alexa making strides, the 2027 timeline now feels far too distant, raising concerns about Apple's position in the AI race.

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