How to Use Siri AI with ChatGPT Integration

iOS 18 is the update where we finally get a more capable & actually helpful Siri. With the latest versions now available, we're slowly but surely getting more and more of the Apple Intelligence features, including the Siri upgrade to make it feel more like a true AI.

So today we're checking out what you need to know about Siri in iOS 18 to get you familiar with the changes.

Part 1: What's New with Siri on iOS 18?

In its current form, Siri is more akin to a 'personal assistant' than an AI.

It can only perform certain tasks that it has been programmed to do and can only answer a finite variety of responses based on its current database. So, in some cases, if you ask too complex a question, it will offer to look it up for you on the Internet instead of giving you a proper answer.

But with iOS 18, Siri will have an upgrade in its logic to answer questions more naturally but will also be able to access ChatGPT if it thinks it requires additional input to provide a more detailed response.

This allows Siri to now understand context and keep a natural flow to the conversation where it keeps track of what you're saying.

Here's a overview of the new Siri on iOS:

Part 2: Requirements to Use Siri AI

Besides the latest iOS 18.2 Developer Beta which currently has access to Siri's native integration with ChatGPT, there are a few separate requirements that you'll need to access the Apple Intelligence roster of features.

In particular, there are three main additional requirements you'll need:

• OS Requirement: iOS 18.2 (Developer Beta or Public Beta/Public Release when available)
• Device Requirement: iPhone 15 Pro / iPhone 15 Pro Max or iPhone 16 Series devices
• Region Requirement: Available when device/Siri language is set to U.S. English.

How to Get New Siri on iPhone

The key requirement to access the new Siri is to get the iOS 18.1 update to your device. But to access the new ChatGPT integrations to expand Siri's capabilities, this is only coming in the next iOS update, iOS 18.2 or Beta.

For now, iOS 18.2 Beta is currently only available for users with a developer account.

Here's how to sign up for the iOS 18.2 developer beta:

1. On your iPhone, go to Apple's Developer page.

2. Select the “≡” icon in the top-left corner. Select 'Account'.

3. Sign in with your Apple ID, read the Apple Developer Agreement, and check all required boxes.

Once you've signed up for the developer beta, you can download the iOS 18.2 Developer Beta directly on your iPhone:

1. Open the 'Settings' app on your iPhone.

2. Select 'General'.

3. Tap on 'Software Update'.

4. Tap on 'Beta Updates'.

5. Select 'iOS 18 Developer Beta'.

6. Download and install the iOS 18.2 Beta to access the new Siri features with ChatGPT integration.

Part 3: How to Use Siri with ChatGPT Integration

Once you know your device is capable of using the new Siri with Apple Intelligence, you must be wondering: how do i open ChatGPTusing Siri on iPhone? Now here are the detailed steps to set up Siri with ChatGPT.

Set Up Siri with ChatGPT

Before you can access Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT, you'll need to join the Apple Intelligence Waitlist. This process usually takes a few hours before you can access Apple Intelligence, but the waiting time can vary.

Once approved, you can enable Apple Intelligence on your iPhone if you meet the above requirements. Here's a step-by-step guide to first join the Apple Intelligence waitlist and how to enable ChatGPT on iOS 18.2:

Once you've received approval, follow the steps below to enable ChatGPT integration if you're on iOS 18.2:

Use Siri with ChatGPT

With the new ChatGPT integration, you're now able to use ChatGPT natively on your iPhone through Siri, Writing Tools, and the Visual Intelligence feature. We'll highlight an example of how you could potentially use Siri with ChatGPT integration:

This also works if you don't say 'Ask ChatGPT' by simply asking Siri a more complex question it might not be able to answer. In that case, you'll notice a prompt from Siri asking if you'd like to use ChatGPT to answer the question.

Alternatively, if you go to any app that can use a keyboard, pulling up the Writing Tools feature will let you access a variety of ChatGPT features as well. Readers with the iPhone 16 series can also access Visual Intelligence, which for now seems to be an exclusive feature for devices that have the new Camera Control button.

Part 4: Benefits of Using ChatGPT with Siri

Enhanced Voice Interactions

The biggest upgrade to Siri is how streamlined and natural voice interactions feel thanks to the use of AI. It feels less robotic, and more useful than Siri has been in previous iOS versions since it can do a lot more.

This way, you're able to confidently use Siri for more complex tasks other than just shutting off your lights.

Contextual Responses

Another great benefit is that Siri is now contextually aware. What this means is it understands what you're doing and provides assistance by automatically suggesting what to say or accessing a suitable app.

This also includes features like on-screen awareness, where Siri understands what is displayed on-screen and takes action. For example, if someone messages you with a movie recommendation, Siri can find the movie for you on the streaming platforms you're subscribed to.

Expanded Knowledge Base

With ChatGPT integration especially, your iPhone and Apple devices just got a whole lot smarter. With an expansive knowledge base to pull from, Siri can essentially answer any question you ask of it.

This makes it an incredibly useful tool that better aligns it as a true-to-life personal AI.

Part 5: Final Words

And that's everything you need to know about how to use Siri AI. While Siri AI may not be perfect just yet, especially since the beta only extends to devs currently, it is a step in the right direction in a world that's embracing AI.

For now, though, we'll have to wait and see how 'useful' these features really are and if they're not just another gimmick that'll pass in the next few generations of Apple devices.