<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>Apple failed to deliver a promised Siri upgrade, raising concerns about its AI progress.</li><li>Blogger John Gruber criticized Apple's leadership over the missed Siri upgrade deadline.</li><li>Gruber's absence from an Apple event highlighted tensions and questions about the company's strategy.</li><li>Gruber and Apple did not conduct their annual post-Apple event interview this year, possibly due to Gruber's criticism.</li><li>Gruber expressed concerns about Apple's approach to AI and its impact on future devices.</li><li>Apple's focus on AI at past events raised expectations, but the promised Siri upgrade has yet to materialize.</li><li>Gruber's critique of Apple's handling of Siri reflects broader issues within the company's culture.</li><li>Apple's response to Gruber's criticism was reportedly unhappy but private.</li><li>Apple executives did not appear on Gruber's show this year, signaling a potential shift in their relationship.</li><li>Gruber views Apple deciding not to participate in his show as affirming his independence and uniqueness in interviews.</li></ul>

Apple, Siri, and the booted blogger: A Conversation with John Gruber

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