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We\u2019re less than three months away from the debut of iOS 27<\/a> at WWDC, and rumors are waiting a clear picture of what to expect. <\/p>\n The update will reportedly bring a focus on stability improvements and bug fixes, with some big new Apple Intelligence features sprinkled in. Here\u2019s everything we know so far about new iOS 27 features, the update\u2019s release date, and more.<\/p>\n When will Apple announce and release iOS 27?<\/p>\n Apple will announce iOS 27 at WWDC in June. Apple typically holds its Worldwide Developers Conference in the first or second week of June. The update will be announced during the event and subsequently released in beta testing for developers.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s when Apple has held WWDC over the last five years:<\/p>\n 2021: June 7-11<\/p>\n 2022: June 6-10<\/p>\n 2023: June 5-9<\/p>\n 2024: June 10-14<\/p>\n 2025: June 9-13<\/p>\n An iOS 27 public beta will then be released in July 2026, allowing iPhone users to try new features and give feedback to Apple.<\/p>\n If all goes according to plan, iOS 27 will then be released to the general public in September. Here are the release dates for major iOS updates over the last five years:<\/p>\n iOS 26: Monday, September 15, 2025<\/p>\n iOS 18: Monday, September 16, 2024<\/p>\n iOS 17: Monday, September 18, 2023<\/p>\n iOS 16: Monday, September 12, 2022<\/p>\n New features in iOS 27<\/p>\n A focus on stability and bug fixes<\/p>\n Bloomberg reports<\/a> that Apple\u2019s primary focus with iOS 27 will be on \u201cquality and underlying performance.\u201d This comes after several years of massive iOS updates, including the launch of Apple Intelligence with iOS 18 and the dramatic Liquid Glass redesign with iOS 26.<\/p>\n Mark Gurman says<\/a> that Apple engineers are \u201ccombing through Apple\u2019s operating systems\u201d looking for bloat to cut and bugs to fix, along with \u201cany opportunity to meaningfully boost performance and overall quality.\u201d<\/p>\n The idea is to take a step back after the last several significant iOS updates and lay the groundwork for a new wave of major updates going forward. Think of it as a sort of reset.<\/p>\n New foldable features<\/p>\n One aspect of iOS 27 will be optimizing the software platform for Apple\u2019s first foldable iPhone, which is set to launch in September 2026. The foldable iPhone is set to have an approximately 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer display. Apple will need to make changes to iOS 27 to accommodate that new form factor, as well as add new features to take advantage of the larger screen.<\/p>\n Bloomberg says Apple<\/a> will \u201cprioritize software features tailored specifically to this new form factor.\u201d <\/p>\n In particular, the most recent Bloomberg report suggests Apple is planning to add new windowing features to iOS 27 for the iPhone Fold. The device will allegedly allow you to run two apps side-by-side, something not currently possible on an iPhone. <\/p>\n Apple is also reportedly developing new iOS app layouts for its own apps to accommodate the larger size of the inner iPhone Fold display. Third-party developers will also be able to adopt these layouts in their apps. <\/p>\n Apple Intelligence<\/p>\n Finally, as has become tradition, iOS 27 will include new Apple Intelligence features.<\/p>\n AI web search platform<\/p>\n Second, Apple is continuing its work on an AI-powered web search platform<\/a> that could ship as part of iOS 27. Internally, this platform is referred to as Apple\u2019s World Knowledge Answers platform. This will be a new platform designed to rival AI search features from companies like Perplexity.<\/p>\n More Gemini-powered features<\/p>\n Apple also recently finalized<\/a> its deal with Google to use Gemini models to power new Siri and Apple Intelligence features. According to a report from The Information<\/a>, Apple is set to use Gemini models to power several iOS 27 features. <\/p>\n Siri\u2019s ability to remember past conversations <\/p>\n Proactive features \u201cthat could suggest they leave home to avoid tra\ufb03c ahead of an airport pickup that\u2019s listed on their Apple calendar.\u201d <\/p>\n New Siri interface<\/p>\n Bloomberg has also reported on Apple\u2019s plans to debut a new visual design for Siri with \u201ca visual personality to make it feel lifelike.\u201d The move is described as \u201cvaguely reminiscent of Clippy.\u201d <\/p>\n According to the report, Apple has tested a Siri design that looks like an animated version of the Finder logo. Apple has also considered designs that resemble Memojis. <\/p>\n Liquid Glass changes? <\/p>\n Bloomberg reports that there is no evidence iOS 27 will include major changes to the Liquid Glass interface. Apple might, however, add a slider that gives users more control over the design. <\/p>\n Mark Gurman says that Apple started working on this Liquid Glass slider during the iOS 26 cycle, but ran into engineering challenges. The slider would reportedly let users \u201cfinely control the level of the glass effect.\u201d Whether Apple successfully conquers those challenges in iOS 27 remains to be seen, but it\u2019s something in the works. <\/p>\n Calendar revamp<\/p>\n While details are sparse, Bloomberg has reported<\/a> that Apple is working on a big overhaul for the Calendar app: <\/p>\n Apple is working on a revamped Calendar app for release across its platforms. It originally planned to introduce the software [in 2026], but it\u2019s been delayed and is now slated for the subsequent set of operating systems\u2026iOS 27 and macOS 27<\/p>\n More iOS 27 rumors<\/p>\n Macworld found references<\/a> to a few iOS 27 features based on a leaked build of Apple\u2019s software last summer.<\/p>\n A new pairing system for AirPods<\/p>\n \u201cImproved collections\u201d inside the Photos<\/p>\n There aren\u2019t any further details about these two features. It\u2019s also possible they\u2019ve been scrapped altogether. <\/p>\n Wrap up<\/p>\n Of course, the important thing to remember is that we\u2019re still six months away from Apple officially announcing iOS 27. There\u2019s plenty of time for things to change, and Apple might scrap some of these features or add new ones. We\u2019ll keep this story updated as the rumors progress.<\/p>\n I\u2019m skeptical of whether Apple will truly be able focus on squashing bugs and making stability improvements in iOS 27 while simultaneously continuing work on Apple Intelligence and optimizing the update for the biggest change ever to the iPhone form factor. If it\u2019s able to pull that off, I\u2019ll be quite impressed.<\/p>\n What\u2019s on your wishlist for iOS 27? Are there any new features you want Apple to add? Let us know down in the comments.<\/p>\n Must-have MagSafe accessories for your iPhone:\u00a0<\/p>\n Follow Chance:\u00a0Threads<\/a>,\u00a0Bluesky<\/a>,\u00a0Instagram<\/a>, and\u00a0Mastodon<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \t\t FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.<\/a><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/apple-intelligence-liquid-glass.jpg\")
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