Virtual Assistant

Apple launches rebuilt Siri powered by Google Gemini models: Apple has released its rebuilt Siri assistant, which is powered by Google's Gemini models and runs via on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute. Early testers report improvements in multi-step requests and screen context, alongside issues with hallucinations and personal context.

Artificial Intelligence • The Decoder

WeChat tests AI social feature that lets user assistants talk to each other: WeChat is conducting a limited test of a feature called "Xiaowei AI Social" that allows a user's AI assistant to contact a friend's assistant. The two AI assistants can exchange information to handle initial tasks such as coordinating schedules, arranging meals, and checking preliminary interest.

WeChat • TechNode