{"id":8615,"date":"2026-05-12T11:35:42","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T07:35:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/?p=8615"},"modified":"2026-05-12T11:48:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T07:48:40","slug":"10-useful-siri-commands-you-re-not-using-yet-what-to-say-to-your-iphone-to-save-time-every-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ispace.am\/blog\/en\/10-useful-siri-commands-you-re-not-using-yet-what-to-say-to-your-iphone-to-save-time-every-day\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Useful Siri Commands You\u2019re Not Using Yet: What to Say to Your iPhone to Save Time Every Day"},"content":{"rendered":"

The smart assistant makes life easier for owners of iPhones and other Apple devices. With its help, you can control devices and apps, send messages, and create notes. In this article, we explain how to use Siri commands on your\u00a0<\/span><\/span>iPhone<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0effectively to save time.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

What Can Siri Do in 2026?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

In 2026, the smart assistant has access to messages, emails, documents, and the calendar. It can see everything happening on the screen. The more often you give voice commands to Siri, the better it interacts with you \u2014 the assistant is constantly learning.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before using it, set up the assistant: in Settings, select the relevant section (also called \u201cApple Intelligence & Siri\u201d) and set a trigger phrase \u2014 each request will start with it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Then simply say this phrase or press the button to activate the assistant. You can also give commands by typing: using enabled AI (double-tap at the bottom of the screen) or through Accessibility options. Siri features may vary depending on the country and language.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Quick Reminder<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Use voice commands to create reminders. For example, \u201cRemind me to call work in an hour\u201d or \u201cRemind me to feed the cat at 3:00 PM.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Add a To-Do List<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

To add a to-do list, use the Reminders app. You can create a task with a simple phrase like \u201cCreate a list and add these items.\u201d For example, this is useful for making a shopping list.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Control a Smart Home with Siri: Lights, Outlets, Climate, and Scenes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The intelligent assistant, together with the Home app (Apple HomeKit), controls smart devices.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The assistant can:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n