Apple’s much-anticipated AI upgrade for Siri appears to be facing delays due to reliability issues, with the rollout now postponed. Originally expected with iOS 26.4 in March 2026, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that the update may not arrive until May, or in some cases, September 2026. Testing has revealed that Siri’s AI-powered features are inconsistent, prompting Apple to adopt a staggered release approach. Some features might even be pushed to iOS 27 in September.
According to Gurman, technical challenges during testing mean Siri is not delivering the accurate, fast, and reliable responses Apple had intended. To ensure a smooth launch, the company is taking additional measures before releasing the AI features publicly. Internally, Apple is focusing on iOS 26.5 to test Siri’s AI capabilities, including personalization, on-screen awareness, and cross-app actions. These enhancements were first teased in June 2024, but delays have stretched more than a year, frustrating users and raising concerns about Apple’s pace in the AI race compared with competitors.
Despite setbacks, a partial release of AI features may provide a meaningful boost to Siri’s functionality. Alongside iOS 26.4, Apple is preparing iOS 26.3, which will introduce a new data transfer tool for moving content from Android devices to iPhones. The phased rollout indicates Apple’s cautious approach as it works to ensure that Siri’s AI features meet user expectations before going fully live.
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