iOS 27’s Siri gets one thing very right that other AI assistants get wrong

The latest version of Apple's iOS, version 27, brings a significant upgrade to the built-in assistant named Siri. After using this enhanced version for nearly four months since the first beta release, it appears to have ticked all the boxes I expected from a capable assistant. While it may not match the power and cutting-edge nature of third-party AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini, there is one area where Siri excels: it doesn't try to be human.

Unlike other AI chatbots that often adopt a human-like personality and display more human-like tendencies, Siri maintains a professional demeanor. It is helpful, intelligent, and performs tasks as requested without the pretense of being a person. Siri regularly reminds users that it is an AI, making it clear that it is a tool rather than a person. This approach makes Siri a suitable choice for those who prefer AI to stay in its designated role and not pretend to be something it is not.

For those who value AI assistants as tools rather than people, this approach may be preferred. However, some users might enjoy the "personal" approach offered by other AI chatbots. Regardless of personal preference, it's clear that Apple understands the importance of staying true to AI's nature, and it has successfully implemented this philosophy in the new Siri.