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Originally anticipated to debut with the iOS 18.3 update, the feature has faced delays.

A recent report from MacRumors has confirmed that the anticipated feature will not be available with the iOS 18.3 update.

The feature’s launch is now projected for the iOS 18.4 release.

Apple first unveiled its groundbreaking Apple Intelligence during the WWDC event in June 2024. The excitement continued to build when the company highlighted the capabilities of Apple Intelligence during the iPhone 16 series launch event in September 2024. As we step into 2025, Apple Intelligence features are gradually being introduced across various regions. Among these innovative features, the on-screen awareness functionality for Siri has garnered substantial interest, leading keen fans to anticipate its release. Initially, it was hoped that this feature would be incorporated in the iOS 18.3 update, but recent developments suggest a postponement.

According to a report from MacRumors, the much-anticipated on-screen awareness capability for Siri will not be included in the upcoming iOS 18.3 update. Instead, users can look forward to this feature in the subsequent iOS 18.4 release.

What’s New in iOS 18.3?

The beta version of iOS 18.3 reveals that this upcoming update primarily focuses on minor enhancements rather than major new features. One of the most notable inclusions in this update is the integration of robot vacuum support within the Home app. With this feature, users will be able to issue commands or set up automations to control their vacuum devices via Siri. Beyond this addition and a few minor design adjustments such as a revamped Image Playground icon, the update primarily addresses several bugs and performance improvements. The public release of iOS 18.3 is expected to occur by late January or early February 2025.

What to Expect in iOS 18.4?

Following iOS 18.3, the next major release, iOS 18.4, is anticipated to arrive in April 2025. This update is expected to introduce significant advancements concerning Apple Intelligence and the functionalities of Siri. One of the standout features predicted for this version is the on-screen awareness capability, which will enhance how Siri interacts with users by better interpreting the context based on the content displayed on the device’s screen. This could lead to more intelligent and precisely tailored user interactions.

In addition to the on-screen awareness feature, iOS 18.4 is likely to provide improved Siri controls on a per-app basis, enhancing user experience by offering more tailored interactions specific to individual applications. This update is also expected to expand Siri’s linguistic capabilities, incorporating wider support for languages such as English (India), Spanish, and Vietnamese, thereby catering to a more diverse user base across different regions.