Apple launches iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 with upgraded Siri and system features

Apple released iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 for compatible iPhone and iPad models, making the updates available as free over-the-air downloads. The upgrades roll out to devices that can run iOS 26, including the iPhone SE 2 and iPhone 11 series onward.

A revamped Siri, described as more conversational, is introduced for iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 16 and later models. The assistant now offers expressive voices, on-device context awareness, and integration with the Camera app for visual queries. Apple also added a dedicated Siri app that syncs conversations via iCloud.

Apple Intelligence features were expanded across several apps. In Photos, tools such as Spatial Reframing, Extend, and Clean Up enable post-capture composition adjustments and object removal. Safari gains automatic tab organization, webpage change notifications, and a generative Image Playground for creating custom images. Home, Mail, Phone, and Calendar receive natural-language shortcuts and summarized notifications.

Accessibility improvements include enhanced VoiceOver image descriptions, a conversational Magnifier, and more flexible Voice Control commands.

Child-safety settings were updated with granular app permissions, browsing approvals, and redesigned Screen Time controls.

System-wide changes feature Liquid Glass refinements that let users adjust screen translucency, faster app launches, improved Spotlight search, and a Connectivity Assist that smooths Wi-Fi to cellular transitions. Additional updates cover iCloud Shared Albums, custom EQ for AirPods, and health tracking support for perimenopause and menopause.

"The new Siri helps you find what you need and get more done, drawing on personal context, app actions, onscreen awareness, and broad world knowledge," Apple said in its product description.