Apple plans to introduce auto-deleting chat features in its revamped Siri app. Users will be able to select how long conversations are retained, with choices of 30 days, one year or permanently.
Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman said the new options will mirror settings already available in Apple's Messages app. Users will also control whether Siri starts each chat with prior context or begins fresh each time.
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Apple launched iOS 26.5 on Monday along with updates to its other operating systems, adding beta end-to-end encryption for RCS chats between iPhone and Android users.
Samsung has announced it will discontinue its Messages app for Galaxy phones in July 2026, urging users to switch to Google Messages. The app will stop working entirely except for emergency services after that date. Older Galaxy Watches on Tizen will lose access to full conversation history.
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Apple's upcoming iOS 26.4 update will introduce five upgrades for iPhone users, according to TechRadar. However, the release shows no indication of the anticipated new Siri features. The report questions whether Apple has missed an opportunity with this omission.
Anthropic has extended its memory capability to the free tier of its Claude AI chatbot, allowing users to reference past conversations. The company also released a tool to import memories from competing chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini. This update coincides with Claude's surge in popularity amid a dispute with the US Department of Defense.
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Snapchat launched AI Sponsored Snaps on Tuesday, enabling brands to interact with users via AI agents in the app's Chat tab. The feature, marked with a light gray 'Ad' notation, allows users to ask questions about the sponsoring brand. Experian became the first partner, with its bot addressing topics like credit scores and loan options.
OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Library, allowing paid users to store, search and retrieve files uploaded or created within the AI chatbot. The feature automatically saves documents from chats and provides a central searchable hub. Access requires a Plus, Pro or Business subscription costing at least $20 per month.
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WhatsApp may soon add a feature to hide spoilers in group chats, similar to one on Reddit. This would help users avoid plot reveals for popular shows if they are catching up. The development was reported in a TechRadar article published on February 21, 2026.