Apple prepares a Gemini‑powered Siri app for iOS 27, turning the assistant into a standalone chatbot with chat history, voice, and file uploads. Some features may debut as a beta behind a waitlist.

Shortcuts receives a natural‑language interface, letting users describe actions and auto‑generate workflows. The upgrade follows community projects like Shortcuts Playgrounds and could unlock automation for non‑technical users.

macOS 27, dubbed Big Bear, will adopt a tighter Liquid Glass visual style, aligning the desktop more closely with iOS’s fresh look. WatchOS 27 adds a Modular watch face and deeper heart‑rate analytics, positioning the Apple Watch nearer competitors that focus on HRV.

Today also marks Tim Cook’s final WWDC as CEO, with John Ternus slated to take the helm on September 1, 2026. The event promises a flurry of AI features, from Image Playground to Genmoji, aiming to mend recent perception gaps around delayed releases.