Apple is targeting a release date in spring 2026 for its long-awaited Siri upgrade, marking a significant milestone in the company's AI improvement efforts.

The Siri team at Apple is working on introducing the enhanced voice assistant as part of the iOS 26.4 software update. The updated Siri is expected to leverage users' personal data and on-screen activities to provide more accurate responses to queries.

The 'E' updates, which are typically released in March, have been scheduled for the revamped Siri. However, an exact date for the software release has not been finalized, with sources indicating a spring timeframe.

Apple has not provided specific timing for the new Siri features but has confirmed that the upgrades are planned for the upcoming year. The company may consider offering a preview of the features during the launch of the next iPhones this fall if the development progress in the coming weeks is promising.

The new Siri features were initially announced at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in June last year. The goal is to modernize the voice assistant, which has lagged behind other AI tools and chatbots.

In addition to Siri enhancements, Apple is working on App Intents, a system that will enable Siri to control applications and in-app actions across various Apple devices.

Apple has faced delays in delivering the new Siri features, with internal disputes between AI and marketing teams. The company has shifted release targets multiple times, with the latest timeline aiming for a spring 2026 launch.

Technical challenges, including bugs and architecture issues, have contributed to the delays in Siri's development. The company's senior vice president of AI, John Giannandrea, was relieved of consumer-facing product oversight due to the Siri setbacks.

Despite the delays, Apple remains committed to its AI efforts and plans to introduce more features in the coming years. The company is also exploring new product categories, such as smart glasses with AI-enhanced cameras.

Apple's push into AI is expected to shape its future hardware offerings, with plans for a more conversational Siri and a chatbot-like app called Knowledge in the works.