Apple will introduce iOS 27 and an all-new Siri at WWDC soon. Bloomberg reports the new Siri features might require users to join a waitlist before accessing them. Apple has internally labeled the updated assistant as "beta" and "preview," suggesting it won't be marketed as fully finished software when released later this year.

This strategy mirrors Apple's approach with the initial Apple Intelligence platform in 2024. When those features debuted with iOS 18.1, users couldn't immediately try them and had to join an "Apple Intelligence Waitlist" in the Settings app. The waitlist system allows Apple to control rollout and gather user feedback.

The new Siri represents a significant architectural shift for Apple, incorporating Google's Gemini models for the first time. This technical transition explains Apple's cautious rollout strategy. By limiting access initially, Apple can monitor performance, identify glitches, and improve the system before a wider release.