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Siri crisis: Tim Cook should now take a personal stand

by Milan
March 14, 2025
in News
Apple Siri Tim Cook

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Apple is under pressure. The delay of the announced Apple Intelligence features for Siri is causing criticism, particularly because of the way the company communicated the news. Renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo sees this as a serious mistake and is calling on CEO Tim Cook to speak out personally – just as Steve Jobs once did in times of crisis. But why is the situation so problematic, and what could Apple have done better?

Apple set ambitious goals for itself at WWDC 2024. With Apple Intelligence, Siri was supposed to receive a comprehensive AI upgrade to keep up with competing products like ChatGPT or Google Gemini. But now there are delays. Instead of informing the public directly, Apple announced the news via a press release. For a company of this size, this is not a professional way to handle a crisis, says Kuo. He points to past Apple PR crises and draws parallels to Steve Jobs' crisis management with the iPhone 4 and Tim Cook's reaction to the Apple Maps debacle in 2012 (via X).

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Lack of transparency causes criticism

Apple put itself under pressure with the early announcement of Apple Intelligence. Kuo believes the board and shareholders pushed for a quick result, even though the development of AI-powered assistance systems naturally takes time. Announcing the delay via a simple press release was a mistake from a PR perspective. Kuo argues that Apple should have addressed the situation more proactively. Above all, Tim Cook, as CEO, should have addressed customers directly to demonstrate transparency and maintain trust. A comparable case in Apple's history demonstrates why this would be important.

Lesson from the 2010 Antennagate crisis

When Apple launched the iPhone 4 in 2010, complaints about reception problems quickly arose. The issue developed into the so-called "Antennagate" crisis. But Apple proactively addressed the situation. Steve Jobs personally answered customer inquiries via email and eventually answered questions at a press conference. Jobs explained at the time that Apple initially didn't know whether there was a real problem, but as a leading company, it had to take responsibility. To mitigate the problem, Apple offered free bumpers for affected devices or a refund for dissatisfied customers. This approach helped manage the crisis and maintain user trust.

Cook's handling of the 2012 Apple Maps crisis

Tim Cook has also proven that he can take personal responsibility in crisis situations. When Apple came under fire in 2012 for the flawed Maps app in iOS 6, Cook published an open letter. He apologized for the poor quality of Apple Maps and promised rapid improvements. He also temporarily recommended alternative map apps to users until Apple optimized its own product. Kuo's criticism of the current situation is: Why is Cook remaining so reserved this time? Wouldn't it make sense for him to personally address customers, as he did in 2012, and explain what's wrong with Apple Intelligence?

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Tim Cook should tackle the Siri crisis proactively

Kuo believes Apple is mishandling the current crisis. Instead of hiding behind a press release, Tim Cook should address users directly, provide a transparent explanation, and perhaps even offer a solution. It's understandable that developing AI technologies is complex and time-consuming. But that's precisely why clear communication is crucial. Apple's customers are accustomed to the company's reputation for innovation and quality. If Apple wants to maintain this image, it should learn from the past and proactively address problems. The coming weeks will show whether Apple follows Kuo's advice and changes its strategy, or whether the company will continue to play it safe. But one thing is certain: expectations are high. (Image: Apple)

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