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Siri AI could come with a paywall for power users
Apple chief executive Tim Cook said the upcoming Siri AI upgrade could include paid options for power users. Speaking on an earnings call, he suggested customers might buy additional access through iCloud+ subscriptions. The company expects the new Siri AI to launch broadly this fall. Cook said he believes some people will want to use the feature a lot.
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