AppleInsider Podcast Apple Vision Pro, iOS 26, and Google isn't saving Siri, on the AppleInsider Podcast
Nov 7, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into the intriguing features of the upcoming iOS 26.2, including new locks screen controls and podcasts improvements. They explore the M5-powered Vision Pro, praising its immersive experience while highlighting developer concerns. A fascinating discussion unfolds around Apple's reported $1 billion deal with Google for AI tools, clarifying it won’t replace Siri. Plus, they touch on the Apple TV rebranding efforts and listener feedback on innovative CarPlay integrations. Don't miss the insights!
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iOS 26.2 UI Refinements
- iOS 26.2 adds UI refinements like adjustable glass intensity for lock screen and a reorganized Apple News layout.
- Apple is iterating Liquid Glass presentation and shifting News categories to improve discoverability.
Auto Chapters In Podcasts
- Apple Podcasts will auto-generate episode chapters and link mentions using Apple Intelligence transcripts.
- This suggests Apple is using on-device AI-generated transcripts to enhance podcast metadata and interactivity.
Gemini Is A Tool, Not Siri's Replacement
- Bloomberg's report that Google is "powering Siri" is misleading; Apple would rent a Gemini model in private cloud compute.
- Gemini would act as a private tool within Apple's pipeline, not replace Apple Intelligence or on-device systems.