Apple just launched iOS 26 a couple of months ago, but we're already starting to hear things about iOS 27.
The operating system for iPhones will get another big update in 2026, as it always does. It might be a ways off, but that doesn't mean we can't start talking about it now. Here is everything we know about iOS 27 so far.
iOS 27: Announcement and release dates
Apple always outlines the next iteration of iOS at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, which is typically held in June of every year. As of right now, there is no reason to expect the routine to change with iOS 27. For now, we should assume WWDC will still be held in June of 2026, and that is where Apple will show iOS 27 off for the first time.
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As for when it'll come out, Apple has traditionally launched every new iOS iteration in the September following WWDC. It's timed to come out alongside new iPhones. Again, there's no reason to believe this will change at all in 2026, so operate as if you'll have access to iOS 27 starting in September of 2026.
iOS 27: New features
As for what iOS 27 will bring to the table, there isn't much info out there yet. Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, a prominent Apple reporter, did share some tidbits in his latest Power On newsletter, though.
iOS 27 will not prioritize flashy new features, Gurman reports. Instead, it will focus on performance improvements, with some AI enhancements to go along with those. Apple reportedly wants to improve the software in order to pave the way for future hardware, such as a potential foldable device. There are two rumored AI features for iOS 27 at the moment: an AI health coach, and AI web search. Beyond that, we don't know much.
However, we will surely hear more about iOS 27 over the next 10 months or so. Patience is key, folks.
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