During WWDC 2023, Apple offered a glimpse at the upcoming iOS 17 update and while it may not be as feature-rich as last year’s iOS 16 upgrade, there’s still plenty to be excited about. FaceTime video voicemails and the new Standby mode have grabbed the headlines. But it’s a pair of Siri features that have got me most excited.
After installing iOS 17, you will no longer need to say “Hey Siri” in order to activate Apple’s virtual assistant. Instead, you can simply say “Siri…” and the assistant will start listening. This will bring Siri in line with rival voice-activated assistants such as Amazon’s Alexa, which is currently activated just by saying its name without the need for a greeting first.
