Here Is Everything in iOS 27

iOS 27 is Apple's major iPhone update announced at WWDC 2026 (June 8, 2026), focusing on stability, Apple Intelligence AI upgrades, and performance improvements rather than flashy redesigns.

• Revamped Siri with AI chatbot: Siri now has a dedicated app for natural back-and-forth conversations like ChatGPT/Gemini, retains interaction history, and syncs across devices

• 30% faster app launches: Apps open up to 30% quicker with optimized photo loading; performance upgrades extend to iPhone 11 and earlier models

• Improved Screen Time/parental controls: Revamped interface with large buttons, "pause activity" feature for children's breaks, refined app access controls, and website permission requests

• Apple Intelligence expansions: AI-powered Calendar app (smart scheduling, conflict detection), deeper Gemini integration for memory/context, and new World Knowledge Answers web-search tool

• 5G satellite internet: Limited to iPhone 18 Pro models with C2 modem; includes Apple Maps over satellite and photo sending/receiving via satellite in Messages

• iPhone Fold support: Tailored software for Apple's first foldable iPhone (7.8-inch inner + 5.5-inch outer display) with advanced windowing and multitasking

• Liquid Glass refinements: Polished translucent UI from iOS 26 with better contrast algorithms, smoother animations, and improved legibility

• Enhanced iCloud Shared Albums: Improved shared album functionality

• Perimenopause/menopause support: New health tracking features

• Enhanced Flyover in Maps: Better 3D map navigation

• Improved AirPods pairing: Streamlined connection process

Release Timeline

• Developer beta: Available June 2026 (immediately after WWDC keynote)

• Public beta: Mid-July 2026

• Stable release: Mid-September 2026

Compatible Devices

iPhone 12 series and newer (iPhone 12/12 mini/12 Pro/12 Pro Max, iPhone 13/14/15/16/17 series, iPhone 18 series + Fold)