What to expect from WWDC 2026: Upcoming Siri revamp and Apple Intelligence updates

As Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, WWDC 2026, approaches, excitement is centered around what Apple has in store for us this year. From Siri fixes to new Apple Intelligence updates, there’s a lot to look forward to.

The annual Worldwide Developers Conference begins Monday at 10am PT/1pm ET. For those who wish to listen, the event will be broadcast live via Apple developer application, Apple websiteAnd an Apple developer YouTube channel.

Big AI makeover for Siri

The most anticipated announcement is a major AI upgrade to Siri, turning it into a conversational assistant better able to understand context, handle multi-step tasks, and interact more naturally across apps and services. The revamped Siri will benefit Google Gemini technology To enhance its capabilities.

In addition, recent leaks from Bloomberg revealed A Standalone Siri app It aims to compete with advanced AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Apple may also introduce a feature reminiscent of messaging apps, allowing users to set timers Automatically delete conversations After 30 days, a year, or kept indefinitely.

Artificial Intelligence Agent App Store

according to InformationApple plans to offer AI agent integration with the App Store. Although details are scarce, agents allow users to delegate tasks such as booking reservations, managing daily tasks, editing documents, or controlling smart home devices.

Camera and photo apps

The new “Visual Intelligence” section is expected To be introduced within the camera app, replacing the previous visual intelligence feature found in the camera control button. This upgrade will offer a dedicated Siri mode located next to options like Photo, Video, Portrait, and Panorama. Visual Intelligence leverages Google Image Search to accurately identify objects captured by the user.

Additionally, the Photos app is set to receive exciting improvements powered by Apple Intelligence technology. These may include intelligent scene recommendations to enhance images, automatic object removal for sharper images, and an innovative AI photo editing feature that allows users to simply request edits using natural language. And new productivity functions in VisionOS.

Photo stadium updates

Apple is set to upgrade its Image Playground app, offering higher-quality image creation, more artistic styles, better character consistency, and richer editing controls. The interface for creating new images will be simplified, offering fewer controls and a “Description of Change” option for editing.

Additionally, we may see a proposed Genmoji feature that suggests custom emojis based on user interactions and text. Users may also be able to create AI wallpapers that reflect different themes and moods.

Apple wallet

There are rumored to be notable updates coming to the Wallet app, particularly a new bill-splitting feature that will simplify sharing expenses between friends or family. Users will be able to photograph a receipt and create payment requests for different parties effortlessly.

Besides, the Wallet app will also include a ‘Create Pass’ option that enables users to create digital passes from physical items such as movie tickets, concert tickets or gym membership cards.

MacOS, iPadOS, visionOS, watchOS, and tvOS updates

Apple is expected to improve the AI-powered Siri experience across its devices, as well as incorporating more AI features and stability updates.