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Siri is Apple's long-time personal assistant that was first introduced with the iPhone 4S in 2011 and was seen as a groundbreaking technology when it launched. Since then, however, Apple couldn't make Siri useful enough to meaningfully catch up with competitors from the likes of Amazon and Google, who jumped in with more capabilities and integrations, including most recently with the surge of AI chatbots. Apple made its latest bid to turn the tide in September 2026, with iOS 27 and the all-new Siri, as highlighted by BGR . Still, some people struggle with one feature in particular: The voice control that activates Siri even when you didn't intend it.

This feature to summon Siri with your voice is optional, though.…