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Apple's iOS Update: Replace Siri with Third-Party Assistants

11/18/2025

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Apple’s iOS 26.2 beta 3 reveals a feature to replace Siri with third-party voice assistants via the side button.
Code shows a SystemVoiceAssistant app will facilitate this change.
The capability may be limited to the European Union (EU) to align with regulations.
The update adds Liquid Glass interface improvements and offline lyrics in Apple Music.
Apple aims to address dissatisfaction with Siri, which has not yet seen a new generation.

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Story summary

Apple’s iOS 26.2 beta 3 reveals a feature to replace Siri with third-party voice assistants via the side button.
Code shows a SystemVoiceAssistant app will facilitate this change.
The capability may be limited to the European Union (EU) to align with regulations.
The update adds Liquid Glass interface improvements and offline lyrics in Apple Music.
Apple aims to address dissatisfaction with Siri, which has not yet seen a new generation.