iOS 27 is now available, bringing a redesigned Siri AI, new Visual Intelligence features, smarter photo tools and a range of improvements to the iPhone experience.
Apple released the software update on September 14. The company says the update makes its devices more responsive while adding new Apple Intelligence features across everyday apps.
The update supports a wide range of iPhones. However, the most advanced Apple Intelligence features require newer hardware. Apple lists the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 16 models or later as compatible devices for Apple Intelligence.
Siri AI Gets a Major Upgrade
One of the biggest changes in iOS 27 is the new Siri AI.
Siri can now have more natural conversations and understand personal context. It can search information across messages, emails, photos and other content on the iPhone.
It can also perform more actions across apps. For example, Siri can help draft an email, find information in your personal content, or edit and share photos.
Apple says Siri AI is currently rolling out in beta in English. More languages, including French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish, are scheduled to follow in October.
Visual Intelligence Comes to More Tasks
iOS 27 also expands Visual Intelligence.
The feature can analyze what users see through the iPhone camera or on the screen. It can answer questions, search for information and take certain actions based on visual content.
For example, users can take a screenshot and ask about something shown on it. Visual Intelligence can also summarize text, identify objects and help turn information from an image into a calendar event.
With Siri AI, users can also use Siri mode in the Camera app to ask questions about objects and information in front of them.
Smarter Photo Editing
Apple has also expanded its AI-powered photo tools.
The Photos app includes an improved Clean Up feature for removing unwanted elements from pictures. Apple also highlights new tools for changing the composition of images.
These features give users more ways to adjust their photos without relying on separate editing apps.
More Improvements Across iPhone
Beyond AI, iOS 27 includes broader software improvements.
Apple says the update makes everyday experiences more responsive and adds improvements across its apps and services. Siri writing tools can also help users create drafts, adjust writing style and tone, and get feedback on text.
The update also brings additional system improvements, although the features available can vary depending on the iPhone model, language and region.
How to Install iOS 27
Installing the update is straightforward.
- Open Settings on your iPhone.
- Tap General.
- Select Software Update.
- If iOS 27 is available, tap Update Now or follow the on-screen instructions.
- Keep your iPhone connected to power if needed and allow the installation to finish.
Before updating, it is also a good idea to make sure your iPhone has enough storage and a recent backup.
With its new Siri AI, expanded Visual Intelligence and wider Apple Intelligence features, iOS 27 gives compatible iPhones a significantly more AI-focused software experience.
