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Get siri 2.0 early: install ios 26.4 beta and unlock ai-powered assistant

Published on 09/02/2026 01:39 in technology • Elizabeth Moore

Siri 2.0: a more powerful ai assistant

Apple's highly anticipated Siri 2.0 upgrade is just around the corner, and you can be one of the first to experience its advanced features. With the release of iOS 26.4 this spring, Siri will gain unprecedented access to your personal data, enabling it to provide more accurate and in-depth responses.

A Custom 1.2 Trillion Parameter Gemini 3 AI Model

Siri 2.0 will be powered by a custom-developed 1.2 trillion parameter Gemini 3 AI model from Google, courtesy of Apple's $1 billion deal with the tech giant. This advanced AI brain will enable Siri to understand and respond to a wide range of complex queries.

What

What's new in siri 2.0?

  • Unlocked access to texts, emails, calendar, reminders, photos/videos, browsing history, and phone/voicemail
  • Ability to perform tasks on your behalf, such as emailing a driver's license photo
  • Enhanced conversational capabilities

Install ios 26.4 beta now

While iOS 26.4 is expected to roll out publicly in the spring, you can install the beta version right now and get a head start on Siri 2.0. Here's how:

  1. Sign up for the iOS 26 Developer Beta program at