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iOS 18 to Bring Major Siri Upgrades Through Language Models, Allowing Multi-Step Voice Commands

  • iOS 18 rumored to bring major Siri improvements through use of language models, allowing Siri to handle complex, multi-step tasks through voice
  • Siri to gain functionality similar to Shortcuts app, but automated through voice commands rather than manual setup
  • Apple aims to launch new Siri capabilities in iOS 18 next year, possibly to compete with Google Assistant upgrades
  • Enhanced Siri expected to balance Apple's privacy focus while expanding capabilities through language models
  • iOS 18 likely to be previewed at 2024 WWDC, following Apple's software release schedule
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