iOS 27 Supported Devices

iOS 27 supports iPhone 12 and newer models, including: iPhone Fold, iPhone 18 series, iPhone 17 series (including 17 Air), iPhone 16 series (including 16e), iPhone 15 series, iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 series (including 13 mini), and iPhone 12 series (including 12 mini). iPhone 11 and older devices are not supported.

No, iPhone 11 will not receive iOS 27. Apple has set the minimum requirement at A14 Bionic chip, which means only iPhone 12 and newer devices are compatible. iPhone 11 uses the A13 Bionic chip and will remain on iOS 26 as its final major update.

Yes, iPhone 12 (all models including mini, Pro, and Pro Max) supports iOS 27. However, Apple Intelligence features are not available on iPhone 12 as they require A17 Pro chip or newer. iPhone 12 will receive all other iOS 27 features, security updates, and performance improvements.

Apple Intelligence requires iPhone 15 Pro or newer with A17 Pro chip or later. Full support: iPhone Fold, 18 series, 17 series, 16 series, 16e, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max. Limited support: iPhone 15, 15 Plus. No support: iPhone 14 and older models.

iOS 27 is optimized for all supported devices, including older models. Apple has focused on performance improvements (Snow Leopard update approach) especially for older devices. iPhone 12 and 13 users may notice improved battery efficiency and faster performance.

iOS 27 requires minimum 8GB of free storage space for installation. We recommend having 16GB or more free space for smooth installation and optimal post-update performance. Apple Intelligence features may require additional storage.

iPhone SE (3rd generation, 2022) with A15 Bionic chip supports iOS 27 but without Apple Intelligence features. iPhone SE (2nd generation) and iPhone SE (1st generation) are not compatible with iOS 27.

iOS 27 Developer Beta releases June 8, 2026 after WWDC. Public Beta follows in mid-July 2026. The final public release is expected in mid-September 2026 alongside iPhone 18 launch.

Yes, updating iPhone 12 to iOS 27 is recommended. You'll receive security updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements. While Apple Intelligence isn't available, you'll still get new features like improved Siri, updated apps, and the refined Liquid Glass UI.

Older iPhones (12-14 series) will miss Apple Intelligence features including: AI-powered Siri, Writing Tools, Image Playground, Genmoji, Smart Reply, and on-device AI processing. All other iOS 27 features like UI improvements, security updates, and new apps will be available.