The iPhone maker is overhauling its digital assistant as part of a broader artificial intelligence restructuring. Siri is expected to receive a new interface and chatbot-like functionality.

Apple has struggled to achieve major success with Apple Intelligence, prompting the company to rebuild its AI platform around a new version of Siri. The goal is to transform the technology from a basic assistant into a system-level AI agent deeply integrated across apps.

The updated Siri carries the codename Campo. It is designed to better manage iPhone and Mac features while leveraging personal data such as messages, notes, and emails.

The assistant will be able to perform tasks within apps, access news content, and search for information on the web.

The most significant change will be the ability to interact with users in a conversational, chat-like format using either text or voice.

Standalone App

As part of the transition to the new model, Apple is testing a standalone Siri app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The launch is expected later in 2026. The move would position Siri as a competitor to other AI tools and provide users with a central hub for conversation history.

The main interface will display previous conversations in a list or grid format with text previews. Users will be able to pin favorite chats, save older conversations, search history, and start new dialogues using a dedicated button.

The conversation screen will resemble messaging in the Messages app. Apple will also add a toggle between voice and text modes, along with support for attachments.

New Interface and Search

Users will still be able to activate Siri using the power button or voice command. At the same time, Apple is testing a redesigned interface that could replace the glowing edges introduced in iOS 18.

One tested option places Siri at the top of the screen within the Dynamic Island.

The updated Siri will also provide more detailed answers from the internet and generate news summaries using Apple News.

OS Integration

Apple is also testing deeper integration of Siri into its operating systems. A new Ask Siri feature will appear in built-in app menus, allowing users to send selected content directly into a new conversation with the assistant.

Another feature, Write with Siri, will open a menu of tools for generating and editing text. While this tool already exists, it is currently difficult to find in the current version of iOS.

Many of the new capabilities are powered by updated internal Apple Foundation Models as well as Google Gemini technologies.

Apple is preparing a major transformation of Siri into a fully integrated AI agent across its ecosystem. The move signals Apple’s push to catch up in the AI race and compete more directly with ChatGPT, Gemini, and other advanced assistants.