The new Siri AI on macOS 27 Golden Gate has me rethinking my stance on Apple's voice assistant. I've always been skeptical, but 24 hours with Siri AI has revealed some intriguing possibilities. While it's still in its early stages, Siri AI shows promise, especially within Apple's ecosystem. However, its limitations are also evident, particularly when it comes to integrating with non-Apple apps and files.
One of the most significant advantages of Siri AI is its ability to understand and interact with Apple's ecosystem. When I asked Siri to find pictures of cats or babies, it seamlessly pulled up results from Apple's Photos and Messages apps. This level of integration is impressive and could be a game-changer for many users. However, for me, it's not enough. I use Signal for messaging and Google Photos for my phone pictures, so Siri couldn't access this data.
Siri AI's capabilities are also limited when it comes to non-Apple apps and files. When I asked Siri to analyze benchmark results in a spreadsheet, it couldn't see all the data if it wasn't visible onscreen all at once. This is a significant limitation, especially when dealing with complex data sets. Additionally, Siri AI's ability to understand and process different types of test results is still in its early stages, and it can get thrown off by mixing synthetic and time-based results.
One of the most intriguing aspects of Siri AI is its ability to provide specific recommendations and suggestions. When I asked Siri to adjust Lightroom settings to match a specific photo, it offered specific value adjustments for exposure, contrast, and so on. This level of detail is impressive and could be a valuable tool for photographers and other creative professionals. However, Siri AI's judgment can be hit or miss, and it's essential to keep in mind that it's still in its early stages.
Overall, Siri AI is a significant step forward for Apple, but it's still a work in progress. While it shows promise, there are still significant limitations, particularly when it comes to integrating with non-Apple apps and files. As Siri AI continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how it integrates with other apps and services, and whether it can overcome its current limitations. For now, it's a baby's first real AI steps, and it's fascinating to see where it goes from here.
