Apple introduced a broad set of artificial intelligence upgrades this week at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, highlighting a redesigned Siri assistant, new privacy-focused AI capabilities, and the next version of its Mac operating system, called Golden Gate.
The announcements came during WWDC26, Apple’s yearly software-focused event that drew thousands of developers from roughly 65 countries to the company’s Silicon Valley headquarters. The conference runs all week, through Friday, June 12.
A centerpiece of the presentation on the first day of the event was the introduction of Siri AI, a revamped version of Apple’s longtime digital assistant that the company said will be more conversational, better able to understand personal context and more deeply integrated with Apple applications.
The next generation of Apple Intelligence powers an entirely new Siri: making the apps and experiences you rely on across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro more personal and helpful than ever. pic.twitter.com/aXiDIkqAKn
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) June 8, 2026
“Siri is now a profoundly more capable assistant that helps you find what you need and gets more done,” Apple Vice President Mike Rockwell said during the keynote presentation, CNBC reported. “It’s also more conversational, so you can go back and forth like never before and get detailed, engaging answers.”
Apple said users will be able to revisit previous Siri conversations, ask questions about content displayed on their screens, and use a new standalone Siri app available across iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers. The updated assistant is expected to launch later this year.
The company also disclosed that it collaborated with Google in developing elements of its artificial intelligence platform.
Apple software chief Craig Federighi said Apple “embarked on a deep collaboration with Google,” using technology connected to Google’s Gemini family of AI models to help develop the next generation of Apple Foundation Models that power Apple Intelligence, Fox 4 KDFW reported.
Apple said its latest AI models can process speech, text, and images and are designed to support features across its ecosystem of devices.
Federighi emphasized that Apple’s approach to artificial intelligence differs from competitors focused on rapidly expanding AI capabilities.
“Some appear to be racing forward, seemingly pursuing AI for the sake of AI, without clear regard for the people, all of us, that it’s ultimately meant to serve,” he said, according to Reuters.
Alongside the AI announcements, Apple revealed that the next version of macOS will be called Golden Gate, continuing the company’s tradition of naming its desktop operating systems after California landmarks. The name references the Golden Gate Bridge and the surrounding San Francisco area, and follows previous versions such as Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Yosemite.
The company also highlighted its privacy strategy, saying most Apple Intelligence features will operate directly on users’ devices. More demanding tasks will be handled through Apple’s private cloud computing system, which the company said is designed to protect personal information while providing additional computing power.
Apple acknowledged that regulatory concerns will limit the initial rollout of some features. Siri AI will not be available at launch on iPhones and iPads in the European Union and will not be offered in China while the company addresses regulatory requirements.
Beyond Siri, Apple announced updates to image-generation tools, improvements to its Home app that can analyze and summarize footage from connected cameras, and new child-safety features that give parents greater control over apps, websites, and contacts accessible to children.
The company also introduced AI-powered tools to help users identify and replace weak passwords and added new capabilities to Safari, including features that monitor product availability on websites.
Monday’s presentation carried additional significance as it marked the final WWDC appearance by CEO Tim Cook before his planned retirement in September.
Cook received a prolonged standing ovation from attendees and delivered a farewell message to developers who build software for Apple’s platforms.
“Over the years, you have helped people connect, create, learn, and experience the world in extraordinary new ways,” Cook said. “And with the incredible capabilities we introduced today, and so many more still to come, I truly believe the best is still ahead. At Apple, creating the best products in the world to deliver experiences that enrich people’s lives has always been our north star.”
Cook, who announced his retirement in April, is scheduled to be succeeded by John Ternus in September.
