How to use back-to-back commands with Siri in iOS 17
Siri can perform many different requests, but for each one, you need to repeatedly summon them. In iOS 17, you can issue back-to-back commands in one session. Here's how.Activating Siri"Now you can issue back-to-back commands without needing to say '.....»»
Apple rolls out HomePod software version 17.1.1
Apple has released HomePod software version 17.1.1 with a fix for Siri, which could respond slowly or fail to complete requests.HomePods run a forked version of tvOS so they are normally updated in tandem. On Tuesday, Apple updated the HomePod softwa.....»»
Barbra Streisand corrected Siri by calling Tim Cook
Singer and actress Barbra Streisand has problems with Siri like everyone else, but she got to fix her irritation by phoning up Tim Cook.Siri on iPhoneSiri's pronunciation of names and places is pretty good as far as text-to-speech goes, but it's not.....»»
Critical vulnerability in Atlassian Confluence server is under “mass exploitation”
Atlassian's senior management is all but begging customers to take immediate action. Enlarge A critical vulnerability in Atlassian’s Confluence enterprise server app that allows for malicious commands and reset server.....»»
Barbra Streisand once called up Tim Cook because Siri mispronounced her name
What’s “one perk of fame,” according to Barbra Streisand? Phoning up the CEO of Apple when Siri doesn’t pronounce your name correctly. more….....»»
Apple Music discontinues $5 ‘Voice Plan’ that was only accessible through Siri
Apple this week held a special event to announce new Macs, but what the company didn’t tell is that it has just quietly discontinued the “Apple Music Voice Plan” that let users access the entire Apple Music catalog for just $5 a month, as long.....»»
Apple quietly kills off Siri-only Apple Music Voice Plan
Apple has discontinued its $5 monthly Voice Plan for Apple Music, designed to enable Siri voice command access to the platform's catalog, likely over limited user engagement.Credit: AppleApple introduced the Voice Plan in October 2021. It was a $5 mo.....»»
YouTube Music adds HomePod integration to its iOS app
Google has finally added support for Apple's HomePod to YouTube Music, allowing subscribers to listen to songs from the service through the smart speaker via a Siri request.The Default Service function can now list YouTube MusicApple opened up HomePo.....»»
Apple plans more AI in iOS, improved Siri in $1B technology push
Apple has embarked on a billion-dollar push to develop generative AI, as the iPhone maker attempts to bring more AI to the next versions of its operating systems.Following a wave of technological progress pushed forward by ChatGPT and its rivals, App.....»»
How to make Siri use WhatsApp instead of Messages in iOS 17
In iOS 17, you can choose which app you want to use after dictating your message. Here's how to change what app Siri will use to send a message.Changing messaging apps with SiriWith iOS 10, Apple opened up Siri to developers to allow them to have the.....»»
Feature request: Let me snapshot my smart home to auto-create a scene
The vast majority of my smart home control comprises asking Siri to activate a scene – or having one automatically triggered by a time or event. For example, when going to bed, a single command switches on low lighting in the bedroom while switchin.....»»
Woman named Siri had to change her name because of iOS 17
With iOS 17 meaning users no longer have to say "Hey" when invoking Siri, Edinburgh-based personal trainer Siri Price says she's had to change her name.Siri — now "Siz" — Price. (Source: Instagram)Apple added the ability to say "Hey, Siri" with i.....»»
Woman named Siri has had to change her name since iOS 17
With iOS 17 meaning users no longer have to say "Hey" when invoking Siri, Edinburgh-based personal trainer Siri Price says she's had to change her name.Siri — now "Siz" — Price. (Source: Instagram)Apple added the ability to say "Hey, Siri" with i.....»»
Google teases Assistant with Bard for iOS and Android
Google's long-standing Assistant equivalent of Siri will be updated with AI so that it no longer just answers queries, but can perform tasks automatically.Users will be able to ask Assistant with Bard where a certain party is, and have all the detail.....»»
Meta’s AI smart glasses collection can live stream video — but they’re missing a big feature
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses feature 12MP cameras that can live stream directly to Instagram and Facebook, and respond to voice commands......»»
iOS 17 makes it easier to play Spotify music on HomePod
For the first few years, the HomePod exclusively supported Apple Music and AirPlay. It was not possible for third-party music apps to integrate with the device. In 2020, Apple did a HomePod Siri music API, and some services, such as Pandora, have ad.....»»
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 reviews: Double Tap, pink, and Siri responsiveness
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 come out on Friday, and the first round of reviews are in. To recap, Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 are almost entirely about the new S9 chip. This enables on-device Siri processing for some commands, and health.....»»
How to use back-to-back commands with Siri in iOS 17
Siri can perform many different requests, but for each one, you need to repeatedly summon them. In iOS 17, you can issue back-to-back commands in one session. Here's how.Activating Siri"Now you can issue back-to-back commands without needing to say '.....»»
On-device Siri processing might resolve one of the biggest pain points of using the Apple Watch
Alongside the iPhone 15 announcement, Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 9 this week. It was a relatively minor iterative update, but one feature in particular caught my attention: offline Siri. Siri can be frustrating at the best of times, b.....»»
New Apple Watch Series 9 improves Siri processing, iPhone-finding, and more
New models are $399, available Sept. 22, with new "Double Tap" finger gestures. Enlarge If you were hoping for a radical new Apple Watch design or a plethora of new features, 2023 won't be your year. That said, the Appl.....»»
Faster Apple Watch Series 9 launches with on-device Siri processing
The newly announced Apple Watch Series 9 brings the first speed bump since 2020's Series 6, on-device Siri processing, and more.The new Apple Watch brings a performance boost and greater Find My accuracy"Apple Watch is an indispensable companion that.....»»