Khaberni - Apple has announced the global launch date for the new operating system iOS 27, during the "Surprise and Shine" conference, about 3 months after its first showcase of iOS 27 features at the Worldwide Developers Conference WWDC 2026.
Release Date of iOS 27
Apple has confirmed that the version will be available to users of compatible iPhone devices starting September 14, 2026. iOS 27 will be available to users through over-the-air (OTA) updates, and the system can be installed by going to "Settings," then "General," and selecting "Software Update."
The new version comes with a range of updates on the design level, artificial intelligence, and the iPhone user experience, alongside new tools for managing digital experiences for children.
New Design and Artificial Intelligence Features
iOS 27 introduces an enhanced "Liquid Glass" design, along with the "Handoff" feature that enables using the same numbers across different iPhones. The system also adds the next generation of "Apple Intelligence" technology, along with an AI-supported Siri assistant, designed by Apple to understand requests in a more natural way and maintain the context of conversations across various interactions.
The new version of Siri relies on a mix of Apple's "Foundation Models" and Google's "Gemini" models. Users can now run Siri as a standalone app, with access to previous conversation histories.
New Tools for Parents and Redesigned Apps
iOS 27 adds new tools that help parents manage digital experiences for their children, including settings for limiting screen time and schedules, as well as a new option to request permission before browsing new websites.
Apple has also redesigned the "Phone" application, to display important information derived from the "Mail" application, while the "Messages" and "Mail" apps offer new suggestions to users. The Safari browser also received updates, including grouping tabs according to topics, alongside alerting users when a site updates with new information.
iPhone Devices Compatible with iOS 27
System iOS 27 supports a wide range of iPhone phones, including:
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone Air
- iPhone 17
- iPhone 17e
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE from the second generation and later versions
