How To Activate & Use Siri On Apple's IPhone 11 - Screen Rant

Apple smartphones are nothing if not feature-filled, and one of the popular additions is Siri, the virtual assistant native to iOS is available to help users with daily tasks on the iPhone 11. On new phones, a short activation is all that stands in the way between Apple users and Siri, then the device can begin listening out for any questions they might want to ask.

With more functionality coming to the smartphone over time, an iPhone can be used today for just about anything. Whether setting a reminder to get something done, scheduling an appointment to the phone's calendar, or looking for directions, the list of things that Siri is capable of helping with has even raised some security questions. It's also just another way that technology is becoming increasingly accessible, by limiting the physical requirements of using devices through the greater implementing of voice controls that can integrate with other apps, should the user decide to connect them.

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Before getting there, activation should be as convenient as using the assistant itself. The Siri and listening settings might be enabled while setting up the Apple device, but otherwise, this is historically found in the Settings app and under 'Siri & Search'. From Apple's support page, Siri can be used manually by long-pressing the side button on devices before issuing commands. However, as this model comes after the iPhone X, one should be able to hold the button and communicate with Siri until the button is released. Or, for devices with home buttons, pressing and also holding to activate the assistant. For easier access and provided listening is toggled on, saying 'Hey Siri' will cause the device to wake up and listen for a command.

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Once ready, Siri can integrate with some of the other on-board apps and that's made possible with the Shortcuts app. What that means is for those with LinkedIn accounts Siri is ready to start helping with work. Other times, those with Venmo installed might send money with the help of the same assistant. Alternatively, those with the Weather app installed can ask directly and find out what can be expected outside. Not to mention the aide can send messages, by-voice, to help avoid texting while driving.

The power is right in the hands of Apple users with the iPhone 11 as the settings present on the smartphone can be used to set a personally desired experience from the app. While Siri isn't the first virtual assistant, this one takes accessibility to a new level from the simple set-up procedure, seamless ability to work with other apps, and the variety of uses, across a wide array of devices, including the iPhone to the Apple Watch.

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Source: Apple