Apple introduced some fresh modifications on Siri in iOS 14 which included a new aesthetic look and a bunch of new features.
Apple's iOS 14 update gave Siri a fresh look and also overhauled the personal digital assistant, making it smarter. Despite all the changes, it remained easy to summon and utilize.
The iOS 14 update included new algorithms that added more functionality and intelligence to Apple's personal digital assistant Siri. The update also changed its look, allowing Siri to remain at the bottom of the screen appearing like a compact and constantly pulsing orb. This is a dramatic departure from past versions of Siri that fill the entire screen when summoned.
The aesthetic change of Apple's personal digital assistant in the iOS 14 update means users do not have to divert their attention away from the app they currently use to request something from Siri. Instead, users will still see most of the device's screen with only a small section at the bottom hidden by the animation of Siri. This allows users to refer to on-screen images and texts as part of their inquiry.
While query results in earlier versions of Siri appear as full-screen interactions, changes brought about by Apple's iOS 14 update also refined how the digital assistant answers questions, as well as occupy as little room on the device's screen as much as possible. A small notification shows up at the top of the screen, providing the user with important notes of the result and also relevant links if the user wants to research further.
To use the new and improved Siri in iOS 14, make sure verbal triggers are on. Start by saying "Hey Siri" followed by your question. You can also press the Side button, the Home Button, and on some iPad Pro models, hold down the Top button, then state your question. Once you are finished with your query, stop speaking and allow Siri to answer or perform the task you asked or told her to do. If Siri times out too early, hold down the Home, Top, or Side button to extend the duration of the query. Release the button on the Apple device as soon as you are finished making the query.
Apple said that virtually all and any queries asked of the previous versions of Siri will work with the new interface brought about by Apple's iOS 14 update, though with visual modifications to match the interface. For instance, sending a message in the new version displays a streamlined message conversation window with your transcribed message. It also includes a Send and Cancel button, meaning a verbal confirmation to dispatch the message is no longer required.
If the default options of Siri in iOS 14 are not exactly how you want Apple's virtual assistant to function, you can implement some changes to adjust Siri's actions. This includes the setting on when Siri works and what apps the digital assistant needs to deal with. To do this, open the Settings app and then select Siri & Search. Make the necessary changes in options for Siri and then tap to exit the Settings app. Among the options available within the menu include the setting on whether the "Hey Siri" voice trigger works if pressing the buttons will summon Siri, and whether Siri will work even when the Apple device with iOS 14 update is locked.
