It seems Apple is pushing hard to revamp Siri, and I think it's about time. We all know Siri hasn't exactly been the sharpest tool in the shed when it comes to AI assistants. According to recent reports, even with some AI researchers leaving the company, Apple is still planning to launch two new versions of Siri. The first one, which I'm expecting to see as part of iOS 16.4, is supposed to be a more personalized version powered by Google Gemini. That's interesting, right?

Think about it: this new Siri should be able to understand your personal context a bit better, be aware of what's on your screen, and even offer deeper control within apps. It sounds like the kind of upgrade that could actually make Siri useful in day-to-day life, something I know I've been waiting for.

However, that's not all. Apparently, Apple has even bigger plans for Siri in iOS 17. The goal is to turn Siri into a full-fledged chatbot, letting you have real, back-and-forth conversations. It's like they want to create their own version of ChatGPT or Gemini, but built right into your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. No extra app needed. I believe that this is what many people are expecting from Apple.

The report suggests this Siri chatbot will be competitive with Gemini 3 and significantly more capable than the personalized Siri coming in iOS 16.4. Which, if true, is an ambitious claim. Imagine being able to have genuinely useful conversations with your phone, asking complex questions, and getting intelligent responses. It could be a game-changer.

I've been following AI development closely, and it's clear that voice assistants need to get smarter to stay relevant. Siri needs a serious upgrade, and it sounds like Apple is finally taking steps in that direction, even if they're facing some internal challenges with AI researchers leaving.

What I find particularly interesting is the collaboration with Google Gemini. It makes me wonder how Apple plans to integrate Google's technology into its ecosystem seamlessly. And how will they differentiate Siri from other AI assistants on the market?

Let's not forget the human side of this story. The departure of a high-ranking Siri executive, who has now joined Google's DeepMind, shows the intense competition in the AI field. It also highlights the challenges Apple faces in attracting and retaining top AI talent. It's something to keep in mind as we watch how these new versions of Siri develop.

I'm hopeful, but I'm also realistic. Siri has a long way to go, but these planned upgrades could be a significant step in the right direction. I will be eagerly awaiting the beta testing and, of course, the full release to see if Apple can finally deliver on the promise of a truly intelligent and useful AI assistant.