iOS 26.2 Side Button Virtual Assistant Feature Originally Designed for Japan Users

18 Nov 2025 | Category: Technology

Apple's iOS 26.2 features Side button settings that let users swap Siri for another assistant — but only in Japan, not the European Union for now.Users in Japan will be able to select a non-Apple default virtual assistant on their iPhones.Monday saw the release of iOS 26.2 developer beta 3, which included references to new settings for the iPhone side button. Essentially, code from the operating system suggested that it would become possible to press and hold the Side button, and toggle a virtual assistant of your choice — one other than Siri.Initially, it was believed that these settings were

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