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iOS 27

iOS 27 and its point releases: features, betas, release dates and known issues, from our reporting.

Updated 9 October 2026 · 9 articles

Latest

Apple makes iOS 27.0.1 the prominent update for iOS 26 iPhones (9 October 2026). iOS 26.7.1 still appears under “Also Available” and remains Apple’s recommended update for the latest security fixes.

Key questions

What is the latest on iOS 27?

iOS 26.7.1 still appears under “Also Available” and remains Apple’s recommended update for the latest security fixes. This is unconfirmed by Apple as of our report on 9 October 2026. Read the report

What has been officially reported about iOS 27?

Group FaceTime dual capture, Apple TV profiles, Podcasts changes and new Mac sliders also arrive, with release expected after the iPhone Duo launch. Our newsdesk reported this on 5 October 2026. Read the report

Timeline

9 October 2026
- Apple makes iOS 27.0.1 the prominent update for iOS 26 iPhones
  iOS 26.7.1 still appears under “Also Available” and remains Apple’s recommended update for the latest security fixes.
7 October 2026
- Apple’s iOS 27 Safari blocklist blocked ad vendor The Trade Desk
  The block is reversed only in the iOS 27.2 beta, so The Trade Desk remains unable to serve Safari ads until the update ships.
- Bee Network bus and tram tickets can now be bought in Apple Wallet
  Eight adult and family Bee Network tickets can now be bought in Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch, though iOS 27 is required.
5 October 2026
- iOS 27.2 beta 3 brings the new Health app and Siri AI in five more languages
  Group FaceTime dual capture, Apple TV profiles, Podcasts changes and new Mac sliders also arrive, with release expected after the iPhone Duo launch.
3 October 2026
- Apple Podcasts gets new queue with separate sections in iOS 27.2
  The redesigned queue adds a Continue Playing hub for unfinished episodes, but cross-device sync is still missing.
- iOS 27 adds slideshow creator and full-resolution shared albums
  The Photos app gains long-requested slideshow customization and improved sharing with Android and Windows users.
- iOS 27 Lock Screen gains AI wallpaper expansion and Image Playground
  The update also lets users reposition the clock and dismiss the Now Playing widget without stopping playback.
- AT&T says iOS 27.0.1 will fix iPhone 18 Pro Max problems; users disagree
  AT&T acknowledged cellular issues with iPhone 18 Pro Max and told users to install iOS 27.0.1, but many say it doesn't help.
- iOS 27 moves Notification Center gesture when Siri AI is enabled
  Enabling Siri AI on iPhone and iPad changes the top-edge swipe to invoke Siri, shifting Notification Center to a top-left corner swipe.