In the past day, some media outlets have reported that the Siri voice assistant on Apple’s HomePod and HomePod mini has been experiencing a bug that prevents it from telling the time accurately. This embarrassing bug has left users frustrated as even the most basic question, “What time is it?”, cannot be answered correctly.
According to reports from MacRumors, Siri on HomePod devices has been redirecting users to web search results or suggesting they ask again from their iPhone when asked for the time. This bug seems to be occurring on the server side and is not affecting other devices that support Siri, such as iPhones, iPads, and Macs.
While many users primarily use smart speakers for listening to music, the expectation is that these devices should be able to provide useful information and assistance in various aspects of daily life. The inability of Siri on HomePod to tell the time highlights a larger issue with the functionality of the voice assistant.
Some users have also reported minor problems with Siri’s linked operation function for HomeKit-related devices, further adding to the frustration.
As Apple prepares for its upcoming WWDC event, where new features and system updates are expected to be announced, there is speculation that the bug may be a result of adjustments to Siri’s functionality in preparation for incorporating generative AI capabilities.
While the development of new features is exciting, users are hoping that Apple will address the basic functionality issues with Siri first. As we await updates from WWDC, users are left hoping that the traditional voice assistant will work properly and without bugs in the future.