Apple WWDC 2026: Siri gets Google Gemini boost, iOS 27 extends to iPhone 11
Tim Cook's final WWDC unveils Siri AI overhaul with Gemini under the hood.
At WWDC 2026, Apple announced a major Siri overhaul with Google Gemini under the hood, making it more conversational and compatible with visual intelligence, plus a standalone app. Apple emphasized privacy is non-negotiable and outside experts can verify its data-use promises. iOS 27 extends support to all devices from iPhone 11 onward, with 70% faster photo loading, 80% faster AirDrop, and multitasking improvements. Other updates include opt-in rollbacks for Liquid Glass design, a renewed push for Image Playground, and new parental controls with “Ask to Browse” and “Ask to Buy” defaults for devices set up for children under 13.
- Siri gets a major upgrade with Google Gemini integration, standalone app, and visual intelligence capabilities
- iOS 27 supports iPhone 11 and newer, with 70% faster photos and 80% faster AirDrop transfers
- Apple introduces opt-in Liquid Glass design rollbacks and default parental controls for children under 13
Why It Matters
Apple finally catches up in AI with Gemini-powered Siri, while extending iOS support to older devices and reinforcing privacy.