The Birth of Siri and Its Unique Functionality

Siri was founded in 2007 and launched in 2010 as a groundbreaking tool that goes beyond traditional search engines. Unlike competitors like Google, Siri was designed to serve as a 'do engine' that understands user intent and provides direct answers rather than just links to information. The technology was revolutionary in its ability to interpret natural language requests, like booking a hotel or finding directions, and respond with actionable information. This capability represented a significant breakthrough in artificial intelligence, as it required not just voice recognition but also understanding the context and intent behind requests.