How to try the Siri AI beta: join the waitlist now

To learn how try the Siri AI beta, install iOS 27 or macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta on a compatible device, then open Settings, Siri, and tap Try the new Siri (Beta). Apple is rolling out access through a waitlist after you sign up, with approvals typically taking five to ten days.

Apple unveiled Siri AI and a new generation of operating system updates at WWDC 2026 in June. Then, on Monday, the company officially released the public betas of iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27. In addition, Apple has opened up a beta version of Siri AI that lets users try out the new AI-powered virtual assistant.

However, that does not mean the iOS 27 beta will automatically unlock access to Siri AI. Not all iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, and Apple devices will support Apple Intelligence and Siri AI. If you are eager to try Siri AI for yourself, you need a supported device, the right software, and a spot on the waitlist.

Key Takeaways

• Siri AI is available as a separate beta on top of the iOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate public betas.
• Compatible devices range from the iPhone 15 Pro and newer Pro-tier phones to Macs with M1 chips or later.
• After updating, join the waitlist in Settings under Siri by tapping Try the new Siri (Beta).
• Approval times vary, though Apple Developer Program members often move through faster, usually within five to ten days.
• The full public release of iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, and Siri AI is expected this fall.

What happened with Siri at WWDC 2026?

At WWDC 2026 in June, Apple introduced Siri AI alongside sweeping software updates. The company framed the new assistant as an AI-powered virtual helper designed to work across apps and make devices more capable. It represents a major shift from the voice assistant Apple users have relied on toward one built for deeper, cross-app intelligence.

iOS 27 and the other new software updates coming this fall will bring changes to Liquid Glass, new Apple Intelligence features, and general improvements. Apple will release iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, and its other software updates in the fall, alongside Siri AI, but public beta access arrived first.

For readers tracking how familiar tech evolves over time, our Nostalgia: Then & Now section covers exactly these kinds of before-and-after moments. Siri is one of the clearest examples of a household name getting a full AI makeover.

Which devices support Siri AI?

Before you wonder how try the Siri beta on your phone or laptop, confirm your hardware qualifies. Some older Apple devices will not support Apple Intelligence and Siri AI at all. Even on supported hardware, the full suite of Siri AI features, such as expressive voices, is not available on every eligible model.

For iPhone users: iOS 27 and Siri AI will be available on the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 17e, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the iPhone Air. Full access to all Siri AI features will only be available on the iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

For iPad users: iPadOS 27 and Siri AI will be available on iPads with an M1 chip or newer, or the iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip. Full access to all Siri AI features requires an M4 chip and a minimum of 12GB of RAM.

For Mac users: macOS 27 Golden Gate and Siri AI will be available on Macs with M1 chips and newer. Full access will be available for devices with M3 chips or newer and 12GB of RAM.

For Vision Pro users: Full access to all Siri AI features will be available only on the M5 Vision Pro, but all Vision Pro devices will support visionOS 27 and Siri AI.

How do you install the public beta first?

Installing the platform beta is the prerequisite step. The full process takes about 20 to 25 minutes on a compatible device. Start by signing up for the Apple beta software program if you have not already enrolled.

Back up your device before downloading an operating system update or beta software. That precaution matters because beta releases can change quickly and you want a safe copy of your data before installing new system software.

To update, go to Settings, General, and then Software Updates. Under Beta Updates, select iOS 27 Public Beta and update your device. Mac, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro users follow the same general path within their respective system settings, choosing macOS 27 Golden Gate, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, or visionOS 27 as appropriate.

How do you join the Siri AI waitlist?

Once the iOS 27 public beta is up and running on your device, you are almost there. The operating system beta alone does not grant Siri AI access. You still need to request entry through Apple's dedicated waitlist.

Next, go to Settings, Siri, and tap Try the new Siri (Beta). That is the final step to register your interest in the AI assistant beta before Apple enables access on your device.

If you are running the beta on a Mac or another supported platform, the same Siri settings path applies after you install the correct OS beta. Keep your device on the latest public beta build while you wait for approval.

How long does Siri AI waitlist approval take?

Wait times can vary. In general, users with access to the Apple Developer Program seem to get approved more quickly than standard public beta testers. The approval process should not take more than five to ten days.

Until you are approved, you can still explore other iOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate features in the public beta, including Liquid Glass interface updates and additional Apple Intelligence tools. The Siri AI beta is the headline, but it is only one piece of a much larger fall software release.

Why does the waitlist matter for early adopters?

Apple has opened a beta version of Siri AI, but installing the iOS 27 public beta alone does not unlock it. Users must complete both steps — the OS update and the Siri waitlist — before they can try the new AI-powered virtual assistant.

The new AI version of Siri is designed to work across apps to make your device more capable. That is a much bigger promise than the classic assistant many users already know, which is why Apple is controlling early access through a waitlist even inside its beta program.

The official fall release will bring iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, and Siri AI to the general public. Joining the waitlist now is how early adopters can try the new AI-powered virtual assistant before that wider launch.