Apple reportedly planning waiting list for new Siri beta to manage server load
By
Malte Kirchner
Summary
Apple is reportedly considering implementing a waiting list for the beta version of its new Siri voice assistant to prevent server overload from high demand. This approach mirrors a similar strategy Apple used two years ago with Apple Intelligence. The company appears to be taking a cautious approach as it prepares to showcase AI innovations at the upcoming WWDC.
Source
bskyApple reportedly planning waiting list for new Siri beta to manage server loadheise.deKey quotes
· 4 pulledWhen renewing its voice assistant Siri, Apple is apparently considering the use of a waiting list during the beta testing phase.
The iPhone manufacturer already practiced something similar two years ago with Apple Intelligence.
The list, where interested parties can digitally register, is apparently intended to prevent server overload due to high demand.
In general, Apple appears to be proceeding cautiously here.
You might also wanna read
Apple unveils revamped Siri AI at WWDC 2025 in bid to catch up in the AI race
Apple's WWDC 2025 keynote focused heavily on AI, introducing a revamped "Siri AI" as an all-encompassing virtual assistant that integrates a
The Verge·25d ago
Apple prepares to relaunch Siri at WWDC after Apple Intelligence setbacks
Apple is preparing to reintroduce a revamped Siri at WWDC after a rocky first rollout of Apple Intelligence in 2024. The company's delayed a
The Verge·28d ago
Apple Unveils Siri AI with Personalized Voice Features at WWDC26
Apple announced Siri AI, a rebuilt version of its personal assistant powered by artificial intelligence, at the kickoff of WWDC26. The new S
Variety·26d ago
Apple's AI-Powered Siri Revamp Delayed Again, Features Pushed to Later iOS Updates
Apple's AI-powered Siri revamp, first announced in 2024, has been delayed again. Originally expected to launch with iOS 26.4 in March, the n
techcrunch.com·4mo ago
Apple's AI Infrastructure Underutilized, Reportedly Using Google Servers for Siri
Apple is reportedly struggling with its Private Cloud Compute infrastructure for AI services, with servers sitting unused due to low Apple I
9to5mac.com·4mo ago
Apple Reportedly Asks Google to Set Up Servers for Gemini-Powered Siri
Apple is reportedly asking Google to set up servers for a new Gemini-powered version of Siri that meets Apple's privacy requirements. This i
The Verge·4mo ago
Comments
Sign in to join the conversation.
No comments yet. Be the first.