Apple is transforming Siri into a conversational AI with the iOS 27 update, launching a standalone chat app that rivals OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, and Anthropic's Claude. The interface, similar to iMessage, supports typed or spoken queries in threaded conversations, with features to favorite, search, and save chats.
A key differentiator is privacy: all conversations are auto-deleted by default unless users actively choose to save them. This opt-in approach contrasts with competitors like ChatGPT and Gemini, which retain data by default. Apple's Craig Federighi has expressed confidence the upgrade will exceed expectations.
While Apple's privacy-first model aligns with the ethos of decentralized AI platforms, critics note the system remains trust-based-users cannot independently verify deletion. The beta launch follows reported delays, underscoring Apple's commitment to polish over speed. No crypto or blockchain integrations are included.