Microsoft quietly sunsets Cortana in Windows, leaving Siri as the last smart assistant standing. But with AI-based chatbots on the rise, this victory might not last long.
Cortana's demise has been expected, with support already removed from mobile. Now, it's getting the boot from Windows starting in August 2023.
Microsoft's attention shifts to Bing Chat, the OpenAI-powered chatbot. But its accuracy is under scrutiny.
Competitors like Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung Bixby are fading away, while Google prioritizes Bard and other LLMs over its own assistant.
Siri remains a priority for Apple, though it faces internal debates. Privacy concerns influence its direction.
Apple won't abandon the Siri brand, even with potential overhauls. Recognizable product names are key.