Apple’s upgraded assistant promises smarter conversations and everyday convenience. However, installing iOS 27 doesn’t automatically activate Siri AI.
Users must complete some additional setup steps. Here’s how to access Siri AI on your device.
Key Takeaways:
- Siri AI requires compatible devices and supported languages.
- Users must enable Apple Intelligence and join its waitlist.
- Siri AI supports voice commands, apps, and visual assistance.
Check Requirements
Before getting started, make sure your device qualifies. It requires Apple Intelligence-compatible hardware. Older Apple devices may not support these features.
Supported Apple Devices
- iPhones: iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 17e, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air.
- iPads: Models with M1 chips or newer, and iPad mini with A17 Pro.
- Macs: Models with M1 chips or newer.
- Vision Pro: All models support Siri AI.
Some advanced features require newer hardware. Full iPad access requires an M4 chip and 12GB RAM. Macs need M3 chips or newer with 12GB RAM.
Full Siri AI features are also available on selected newer iPhones and M5 Vision Pro.
Language and Region Requirements
It currently supports English in available regions. The European Union and mainland China remain unsupported.
Set both device and Siri languages to English. Back up your device before installing beta software. Enrol in Apple’s Beta Software Program beforehand.
Setup Guide
Apple announced Siri AI during WWDC 2026. Its beta arrived alongside Apple’s new software updates. These include iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27.
Follow These Steps to Join the Waitlist
- Open Settings and select General.
- Tap Language & Region and choose English (US).
- Return to Settings and open Siri.
- Set Siri’s language to English (United States).
- Enable Apple Intelligence under Apple Intelligence & Siri.
- Open General > Software Updates.
- Select the relevant public beta and install it.
- Return to Settings > Siri.
- Select Try Siri AI (Beta).
- Tap Join Waitlist, then select Continue.
You can decline sharing audio and text. A confirmation message will show your waitlist status. Access may take several days.
Some users reportedly receive approval within 24 hours. Others may wait up to five days or longer. Apple Developer Program members may receive faster approval.
Siri AI Features
It offers more natural, helpful conversations. It can answer questions and retrieve personal information. For example, it can find specific photos. It can also locate contacts and email addresses.
What Can it Do?
- Control apps: Send messages and create reminders.
- Manage schedules: Add events to your Calendar.
- Understand screens: Extract recipe ingredients from webpages.
- Find information: Save phone numbers from messages.
- Assist visually: Answer questions about camera views.
- Help with writing: Draft emails and create summaries.
Siri AI can also recognize receipts through the Camera. It may suggest splitting bills using Apple Cash. Supported newer devices offer customizable Siri voices. Users can adjust speaking pace and expressiveness.
The End Note
Siri AI makes everyday tasks easier on compatible devices. However, accessing it requires some initial setup. Check compatibility, update your software, and join the waitlist.
Once approved, explore its useful AI capabilities. Make sure your device meets Apple’s requirements first.
