Siri AI: Apple Delays EU, French Version in October

Apple is preparing to launch Siri AI, its new generative AI-based assistant, with a beta expected in mid-September and the addition of French in October. However, the company has announced that the European Union will not have access to it initially and has not provided any timeline for this region.

No Initial Access to Siri AI in the European Union

Apple states that Siri AI will not be available initially in the European Union on iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS. Features relying on Siri AI will also remain unavailable in the EU on these systems. The company emphasizes that it is doing everything possible to find a solution that respects the privacy and security of its users and is seeking a way to launch the feature without violating European regulations. No date has been announced for a launch in the EU.

Timeline Outside the EU: Beta on September 14, French in October

The beta version of Siri AI is set to be offered on September 14 for iPhones compatible with iOS 27. At launch, the assistant will only be accessible on devices configured in English. Support for the French language is planned for October, but it is uncertain whether this version will be available in France by that date.

New iPhones and Siri AI Features in Context

Apple has unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone, along with a new A20 Pro chip that significantly enhances performance. The company plans to roll out Siri AI, an assistant revealed in June, which leverages generative AI and promises more natural interactions as well as new automation possibilities within iPhone applications.