What to Expect from WWDC 2026: Siri's Highly Anticipated Revamp and Apple IN (techcrunch.com)

As Apple prepares for its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2026, the spotlight is on a significant revamp of Siri, which aims to transform the virtual assistant into a more conversational and context-aware tool. This overhaul will utilize Google's Gemini technology to enhance Siri's capabilities, enabling it to tackle multi-step tasks and interact seamlessly across various apps. Additionally, a new standalone Siri app is expected, positioning Apple to directly compete with advanced AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude. Other features could include a messaging-like option for managing conversation deletes and AI-driven updates across Apple’s ecosystem including photos and smart home integrations. Moreover, Apple plans to launch an AI agent app store that will allow users to delegate tasks ranging from reservations to document editing. Notable enhancements in the Camera and Photos apps, such as a dedicated "Visual Intelligence" mode using Google Image Search, are also on the horizon. Enhancements in image generation and editing capabilities within the Image Playground app will further showcase Apple’s commitment to integrating advanced AI features across platforms. With updates to Apple Wallet and improvements across macOS, iPadOS, visionOS, watchOS, and tvOS, WWDC 2026 is poised to deliver impactful changes that could redefine user interaction with technology in everyday scenarios.