Apple is set to unveil a new version of Siri, its voice assistant, which will leverage advanced large language models (LLMs) to significantly enhance its conversational capabilities.

While transitioning to an LLM approach could enhance Siri's capabilities, it may also introduce challenges, such as the potential for generating incorrect or misleading information.

As part of this overhaul, Apple plans to implement a first-generation Apple LLM to better evaluate user requests and determine appropriate responses.

Recent reports have shown that ChatGPT outperformed Siri by at least 25% in accuracy, underscoring the need for significant improvements in Siri's conversational design.

Apple emphasizes on-device processing for the new Siri to enhance privacy, speed, and reliability, despite the significant processing power and RAM required by LLMs.

The updated Siri will feature a new user interface that lights up the entire screen when activated, enhancing user interaction and experience.

This upgraded Siri is expected to debut with the upcoming iOS 19 and macOS 16 updates, internally referred to as Luck and Cheer, scheduled for release in 2025.

In the meantime, users with select devices can anticipate an integration of ChatGPT's capabilities into Siri as early as December 2024 with the launch of iOS 18.

Apple CEO Tim Cook has highlighted the importance of Apple Intelligence as a transformative technology for the company, signaling a shift towards enhanced AI functionalities.

This initiative reflects Apple's strategy to reclaim its leadership in the voice assistant market, which has been challenged by competitors due to Siri's previous limitations.

Craig Federighi, Apple's senior vice president of software, noted that while Siri will maintain its utility in daily tasks, it will also incorporate advanced conversational abilities.

An initial upgrade for Siri is anticipated in early 2025, which will allow it to create a personal user profile based on on-device data, further personalizing the user experience.