OS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 support plenty of older devices, but many headline features require Apple’s newest hardware.

Apple Didn't Really Say What's Coming in iOS 27, So I Guess I Will

Apple has officially shared which devices will support its next round of major software updates following the announcements at WWDC 2026. As expected, the new releases bring a mix of upgrades, including improvements to Apple Intelligence,

OS 27 could bring major AI upgrades, smarter Siri, and big iOS performance and stability improvements. Here’s everything we’ve heard so far about the 2026 iOS update.

iOS 27 Feels Like an Empty Update on Older iPhones

Meta is once again updating software requirements to run WhatsApp on Android and iOS devices. Starting Sept. 8, 2026, the app will only be supported on Android 6 or above. And sta

Here’s the complete list of supported iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches and Macs that will get iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27 and macOS 27.

OS 27 introduces a new device recovery mode. This is a Mac-like recovery feature where the iPhone is able to boot into an alternative UI that doesn’t involve loading the entirety of the main operating system.

Apple has announced iOS 27 with a redesigned Siri AI, deeper Apple Intelligence integration, and new customization features while extending support to iPhone 11 users.