whats new with siri

At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced several enhancements to Siri, marking the start of a new era for the voice assistant. Here are some of the key updates:

1. Apple Intelligence Integration: Siri now benefits from Apple Intelligence, which includes new large language models that make Siri more capable, flexible, and intelligent. This integration allows Siri to perform actions in apps and understand personal contexts better.

2. Semantic Search: Siri can now perform semantic searches, understanding the context of queries better. For example, when searching for "pets," Siri can identify related terms like "cats" and "dogs."

3. App Intents Framework: Developers can use the app intents framework to define entities and provide additional context, allowing Siri to search app content and perform actions more effectively.

4. Natural Language Processing: Siri's language understanding has improved, allowing for more natural interactions. Even if users stumble over their words, Siri can understand and respond appropriately.

5. Personal Context: Siri is now more contextually aware and personal, with the ability to understand what users are looking at on their devices and take actions based on that information.

6. New APIs and Domains: Apple introduced new APIs called app intent domains, which are collections of app intent-based APIs designed for specific functionalities like books, camera, or spreadsheets. Siri now supports over 100 different actions across twelve domains.

For more detailed information, you can check out the session Bring your app to Siri (00:01:44) which covers what's new with Siri.