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Siri set to hit Macs in June with next major OS X release

Much like Microsoft did with Cortana on Windows 10 PCs, Apple plans to bring their voice assistant Siri to OS X devices this coming June (2016), continuing its integration across their product line.

In an exclusive, 9to5Mac reports that the implementation of Siri into the OS X platform should come with its next update, currently known as OS X 10.12 — codenamed Fuji — along with a host of minor interface tweaks across core system application windows.

Siri is a prominent feature in the devices Apple chooses to bake it into and the Mac will be no exception. Instead of integrating it as a swipe menu like the Mac’s Notification Center, it will live in the Mac’s Menu Bar. According to 9to5Mac, like the Spotlight icon, a Siri icon in the top right corner of the menu bar will activate the voice control feature.

When the Siri button is clicked, a dark, transparent Siri interface will appear at the top right corner. The colourful sound waves like those on the iPhone, indicating speech input, will also appear on the interface.

Another interesting feature is that the “Hey Siri” command will also be available on OS X. When your device is plugged into power, it will work much like it does on the current iPhone and iPad models. Additionally, users will be able to choose a keyboard shortcut to launch Siri in System Preferences.

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