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WWDC 2026 is finally here, and with it comes the reveal of Apple's next big iPhone software upgrade — iOS 27. The update may not be rolling out to everyone until later this year, closer to the launch of iPhone 18 Pro, but these are the first official details of what we should expect to see.Crucially, WWDC is also the harbinger of the iOS 27 beta, which will be available to both developers and the public in the near future. That will allow everyone to try all the upcoming features and upgrades ahead of the official launch, even if the experience may not be totally perfect.Since the keynote address is still ongoing, this story is still incomplete. So make sure to check back here to see a full rundown of all the announcements. Alternatively, you can follow the announcements as they happen by following our WWDC 2026 live blog.Here's everything Apple has revealed about iOS 27 so far, including all the features and upgrades.iOS 27 — All the features announced at WWDC 2026Apple's been improving things behind the scenes
(Image credit: Apple)The emphasis this year isn't just on new features; it's about making the software better. Engineers have been searching for ways to fine-tune and optimize iOS 27, including handling some issues that users have been pestering Apple about for a while.Apple promises smoother animations, better responsiveness, and improved speed across the platform. This includes 30% faster launch times for iPhone and iPad apps, and photos will appear in your library 70% faster than before. AirDrop and file-transfer benefit too, with an 80% improvement in AirDrop transfers and 5x faster file transfer to external storage.
