AppleInsider January 29, 2026 Rumor

Apple buys audio AI firm Q.ai as it scrambles to upgade Siri

Apple has confirmed its purchase of Israeli startup Q.ai, a company working on technology to help devices like iPhones better understand the spoken word in challenging conditions. Siri could be about to get a helping hand Reuters reports that Q.ai's team will join Apple, including its CEO Aviad Maiz…

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Apple buys audio AI firm Q.ai as it scrambles to upgade Siri

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