Apple is currently preparing for its biggest and most anticipated software update in a decade, iOS 27. Apple is said to bring some AI-powered features, a much smarter Siri, and an increased focus on bug fixes, stability, and performance optimisation rather than the radical design overhaul seen with the iOS 26 update. While it is too early for details, here is everything we know about iOS 27, including its release time frame, features, and compatible devices.
Starting off, the iOS 27 update is said to bring a revamped Siri and is tipped to offer a ChatGPT-style chatbot experience. It could be more expressive and have more conversational abilities, along with better screen and context awareness.
The company could be working on an AI-powered web search tool, internally called “World Knowledge Answers,” which could deliver system-wide answers similar to emerging AI search platforms. Additionally, the company is also working on improving the Health features. The leaks suggest an AI-driven Health+ subscription that offers personalised wellness and nutrition guidance.
The iOS 27 may not bring any big design upgrades. However, it may bring some refinements, including better readability. The update may also expand satellite features, including support for sending photos and using Apple Maps without a cellular connection, although these additions could be limited to newer iPhone models.
Apple is expected to announce iOS 27 at WWDC 2026, most likely in June. The iOS 27 beta will reportedly be released in the same month as the public beta, in July. The iOS 27 will be released with the iPhone 18 Pro series in September 2026. However, the details have not yet been confirmed, and we may need to wait for them.
As per the reports, the iPhone 12 series and newer devices, including the iPhone SE 3rd Gen and the upcoming iPhone 18 and iPhone Fold, will support iOS 27. It must be noted that the early reports suggest Apple may drop the iOS 27 support for iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, and iPhone SE (2nd Gen)