How to Use the New Siri AI in iOS 27

Siri has received its biggest upgrade yet in iOS 27. The new version, called Siri AI, is powered by Apple Intelligence and is designed to understand natural conversations, use information already on your iPhone, answer questions about what appears on your screen, and complete tasks across supported apps.

Apple has also introduced a dedicated Siri app that keeps your conversations in one place. You can begin a request on your iPhone, continue it later, pin useful conversations, and ask follow-up questions without repeating the full context.

This guide explains how to enable Siri AI in iOS 27, the iPhone models that support it, and the most useful ways to use its new features.

What Is Siri AI in iOS 27?

Siri AI is Apple's new conversational assistant built into iOS 27. Unlike the older Siri experience, it can maintain the context of a conversation, provide longer and more detailed answers, and work with information from apps such as Messages, Mail, Photos, Calendar, Notes, Music, and Reminders when permission is available.

The assistant can also use broad online knowledge for current questions. Its most important improvement, however, is the combination of general knowledge with personal context. For example, you can ask Siri to find an old photo, locate travel details from an email, summarize something displayed on the screen, or create a reminder based on a message.

If you recently installed Apple's latest update, you may also want to see our guide to the best iOS 27 features and supported iPhones.

Siri AI Requirements

Installing iOS 27 is not the only requirement. Siri AI needs an iPhone with Apple Intelligence support, a compatible language, an internet connection for many requests, and a supported region.

Apple says Siri AI is a beta feature. That means its answers and performance may continue to change, and some server-based functions may have daily usage limits. Certain advanced on-device capabilities are also reserved for newer hardware.

How to Turn On Siri AI in iOS 27

1. Open the Settings app on your compatible iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap Siri.
3. If Siri is currently disabled, tap Turn On Siri.
4. Tap Try Siri AI (Beta).
5. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.

Your iPhone may need time to download the required Apple Intelligence resources. Keep the phone connected to Wi-Fi and power if the setup does not finish immediately.

How to Activate Siri AI

After setup, you can continue using familiar Siri methods:

• Say “Siri” or “Hey Siri.”
• Press and hold the side button.
• Swipe down from the Dynamic Island on a supported model.
• Touch and hold a photo, file, or other supported item, then choose Ask Siri.
• Take a screenshot and use the Ask option to ask about its contents.

Siri AI supports follow-up questions, so you do not need to repeat every detail. If you ask it to create a three-day travel plan, for example, your next request can simply be “Make the second day less busy.”

Use the New Siri App

iOS 27 includes a dedicated Siri app. It acts as a home for your past and current Siri AI conversations and makes the assistant feel closer to a modern AI chatbot.

1. Open the Siri app from the Home Screen or App Library.
2. Tap the new conversation button to begin a request.
3. Type your request or use the available voice option.
4. Select an earlier conversation whenever you want to continue it.

Conversations can sync privately across compatible Apple devices signed in to the same Apple Account. You can also pin an important conversation for quicker access later.

Find Information From Your Apps

Personal context is one of Siri AI's most useful additions. With the appropriate permissions, Siri can search supported apps for information you might struggle to find manually.

You could ask it to locate photos from a particular trip, find a restaurant recommendation mentioned in Messages, or retrieve flight details stored in Mail or Calendar. The assistant can combine relevant information from more than one source and present it in a single response.

For privacy and accuracy, check the result before acting on important information. Siri AI can make mistakes, especially while the service remains in beta.

Ask Siri About What Is on Your Screen

Siri AI can analyze supported content already displayed on your iPhone. This is useful when viewing an image, document, webpage, email, or PDF.

1. Open the content you want Siri to examine.
2. Activate Siri using your voice or the side button.
3. Ask a question such as “Summarize this,” “What does this mean?” or “Add these dates to my calendar.”
4. Swipe down on the answer to view more detail or ask a follow-up question.

You can also touch and hold some files or images and choose Ask Siri from the shortcut menu. When a direct action is supported, Siri may offer to create a reminder, add an event, or save relevant information.

Use Siri Mode in the Camera

The Camera app gains a Siri mode that uses Visual Intelligence to identify objects, answer questions, and suggest actions related to what the camera can see.

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Tap Siri to enter Siri mode. On supported models, you can also click and hold Camera Control.
3. Point the camera at the object or information you want to understand.
4. Tap the Ask button and enter your question, or choose one of the suggested actions.

This feature can help identify an unfamiliar object, explain information on a sign, or use visible details to suggest a relevant action. Always verify critical information instead of relying only on an AI-generated answer.

Write and Edit Text With Siri AI

Siri AI can create a first draft, rewrite selected text, proofread your writing, summarize information, and provide feedback. It works in many places where you can type.

1. Select the text you want to improve.
2. Tap the Siri AI icon when it appears.
3. Choose an option such as Proofread or Rewrite, or describe the exact change you want.
4. Review the result before replacing or sending your original text.

You can also activate Siri and request a new draft from scratch. Clear prompts produce better results: mention the format, purpose, length, and tone you need.

Use Siri AI to Take Actions Across Apps

Siri AI can perform supported actions in apps instead of only providing instructions. Depending on the app and permissions, it may create a reminder, draft an email, add a calendar event, play music, organize photos, or send information to a contact.

Some requests require confirmation before Siri completes the action. Read the preview carefully, especially before sending a message, email, or edited photo.

Messages also gained new customization options in iOS 27. Follow our separate tutorial to learn how to change conversation backgrounds in Messages.

Why Is Siri AI Not Showing Up?

If you cannot find the Try Siri AI (Beta) option, check these common causes:

• Unsupported iPhone: Standard iPhone 15 and older non-Pro models do not have the required Apple Intelligence hardware.
• Old software: Install iOS 27 or a later available update.
• Language mismatch: The device language and Siri language must both be supported. Siri AI starts with English.
• Regional restrictions: The feature is not initially available on iPhone in the European Union or China.
• Setup still processing: Connect to Wi-Fi, charge the phone, restart it, and check Settings again.
• Restrictions: Screen Time settings or a managed device profile may prevent access to some AI features.

Is Siri AI Private?

Apple says many Apple Intelligence tasks are processed on the device. More complex requests can use Private Cloud Compute, which is designed so data is used only to complete the request and is not stored by Apple. However, Siri still needs permission to access relevant apps and personal information.

You can review Siri permissions, app access, and related privacy settings at any time. Avoid sharing highly sensitive information with any AI assistant, and verify important answers independently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Siri AI free in iOS 27?

Siri AI is included with iOS 27 on compatible devices. Apple notes that daily limits may apply to features that use server-based models and that expanded access may be offered for a fee in the future.

Can iPhone 15 use Siri AI?

Only iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max support Apple Intelligence and Siri AI. The standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are not supported.

Can I return to the old Siri?

Yes. Apple provides an option to turn off Siri AI and use Siri Classic from the Siri settings on supported devices.

Does Siri AI work without the internet?

Some Apple Intelligence processing happens on the device, but many Siri requests and online answers require an internet connection.

Is Siri AI available in every country?

No. Availability depends on the region, device, and language. Apple says the iPhone version is not initially available in the European Union or China.

Final Thoughts

Siri AI turns Apple's assistant into a more capable tool for conversations, writing, personal searches, screen understanding, and actions across apps. The new Siri app and follow-up conversations are especially useful, while Camera mode makes Visual Intelligence easier to access in everyday situations.

Because the feature is still in beta, expect occasional limitations and always review important results. If your iPhone is compatible, the fastest way to start is to open Settings > Siri > Try Siri AI (Beta).

Official sources: Apple Support: How to get Siri AI, Apple iPhone User Guide, and Apple Intelligence and Siri.