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iOS 27 Supported Devices — Complete Compatibility List [WWDC 2026 Confirmed]
Updated May 03, 2026 — WWDC Confirmed

iOS 27 Supported Devices

Complete iOS 27 compatibility list — confirmed for WWDC 2026 on June 8. Check if your iPhone supports iOS 27 and which Apple Intelligence features you'll get.

25+
Supported iPhones
14
With Full Apple Intelligence
A14+
Minimum Chip Required
iOS 27 Supported Devices - Complete iPhone compatibility list

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Last updated: April 10, 2026 · Source: Apple WWDC 2026 announcement, Bloomberg reports

Which iPhones Support iOS 27?

iOS 27 supports iPhone 12 and all newer models. Apple confirmed at the WWDC 2026 announcement on March 2026 that iOS 27 will be unveiled during the keynote on June 8, 2026, with the Developer Beta available the same day. The minimum hardware requirement is the A14 Bionic chip, which means every iPhone from 2020 onwards is compatible.

This year's iOS update follows what Apple internally calls a "Snow Leopard" approach — prioritizing performance, stability, and bug fixes over flashy new features. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple engineering teams have been "combing through Apple's operating systems, hunting for bloat to cut, bugs to eliminate, and any opportunity to meaningfully boost performance." This means even older supported devices like the iPhone 12 and 13 should run iOS 27 smoothly.

The key distinction is Apple Intelligence support. While all 25+ supported iPhones will receive iOS 27 with its UI improvements, security updates, and new apps, the full Apple Intelligence experience — including the Siri chatbot app, Writing Tools, Image Playground, and on-device AI processing — requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer with an A17 Pro chip and at least 8GB of RAM.

iOS 27 Supported Devices at a Glance

Here is the complete breakdown of iOS 27 compatible iPhones by generation, along with their Apple Intelligence tier:

✅ Full Apple Intelligence: iPhone Fold, iPhone 18 series, iPhone 17 series (including Air), iPhone 16 series (including 16e), iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max

⚠️ Limited Apple Intelligence: iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus

📱 iOS 27 Only (No AI): iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 series, iPhone 12 series, iPhone SE (3rd gen)

❌ Not Supported: iPhone 11 and all older models — iOS 26 is their final update

Full Apple Intelligence

A17 Pro chip or newer

iPhone Fold, 18, 17, 16 series, 16e, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max

Limited Apple Intelligence

A16 Bionic chip

iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus

iOS 27 Supported

No Apple Intelligence

iPhone 14, 13, 12 series, SE (3rd Gen) — All iOS 27 features except AI

iPhone 18 & iPhone Fold (2026)

Newest generation • Full iOS 27 + Full Apple Intelligence

Full AI

iPhone Fold

A20 Pro • 2026

iPhone 18 Pro Max

A20 Pro • 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

A20 Pro • 2026

iPhone 17 Series (2025)

Current flagship • Full iOS 27 + Full Apple Intelligence

Full AI

iPhone 17 Pro Max

A19 Pro • 12GB

iPhone 17 Pro

A19 Pro • 12GB

iPhone 17 Air

A19 • 8GB

iPhone 17

A19 • 8GB

iPhone 16 Series (2024)

Previous generation • Full iOS 27 + Full Apple Intelligence

Full AI

iPhone 16 Pro Max

A18 Pro • 8GB

iPhone 16 Pro

A18 Pro • 8GB

iPhone 16 Plus

A18 • 8GB

iPhone 16

A18 • 8GB

iPhone 16e

A18 • 8GB

iPhone 15 Series (2023)

Pro models: Full AI • Standard models: Limited AI

Mixed AI

iPhone 15 Pro Max

A17 Pro • 8GB

iPhone 15 Pro

A17 Pro • 8GB

iPhone 15 Plus

A16 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 15

A16 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 14 Series (2022)

Full iOS 27 support • Apple Intelligence not available

No AI Features

iPhone 14 Pro Max

A16 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 14 Pro

A16 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 14 Plus

A15 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 14

A15 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 13 Series (2021)

Full iOS 27 support • Apple Intelligence not available

No AI Features

iPhone 13 Pro Max

A15 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 13 Pro

A15 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 13

A15 Bionic • 4GB

iPhone 13 mini

A15 Bionic • 4GB

iPhone 12 Series (2020)

Full iOS 27 support • Apple Intelligence not available

No AI Features

iPhone 12 Pro Max

A14 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 12 Pro

A14 Bionic • 6GB

iPhone 12

A14 Bionic • 4GB

iPhone 12 mini

A14 Bionic • 4GB

iPhone SE (3rd Gen, 2022)

Full iOS 27 support • Apple Intelligence not available

No AI Features

iPhone SE (3rd Gen)

A15 Bionic • 4GB

Complete Compatibility Table

Device Chip iOS 27 Apple Intelligence
iPhone Fold A20 Pro Yes Full
iPhone 18 Pro / Pro Max A20 Pro Yes Full
iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max A19 Pro Yes Full
iPhone 17 / 17 Air A19 Yes Full
iPhone 16 Pro / Pro Max A18 Pro Yes Full
iPhone 16 / Plus / 16e A18 Yes Full
iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max A17 Pro Yes Full
iPhone 15 / Plus A16 Bionic Yes Limited
iPhone 14 series (all) A15/A16 Bionic Yes No
iPhone 13 series (all) A15 Bionic Yes No
iPhone 12 series (all) A14 Bionic Yes No
iPhone SE (3rd Gen) A15 Bionic Yes No
iPhone 11 and older A13 and older No No

System Requirements

Minimum Chip

A14 Bionic or newer

Storage Space

8GB minimum (16GB recommended)

Battery

50% or connected to power

Internet

Wi-Fi connection required

Not Compatible with iOS 27

The following devices will not receive iOS 27 due to hardware limitations:

iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 iPhone XS Max iPhone XS iPhone XR iPhone X iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 8 iPhone SE (2nd Gen) iPhone SE (1st Gen) All older models

iOS 27 Release Timeline — Confirmed Dates

March 2026 — WWDC 2026 Dates ConfirmedApple officially announced WWDC 2026 for June 8–12, 2026. iOS 27 will be unveiled on the keynote day.
June 8, 2026 — iOS 27 Developer Beta 1Available within hours after the WWDC keynote ends (~12–1 PM Pacific Time). Free for all Apple IDs since 2024.
Mid-July 2026 — iOS 27 Public BetaMore stable builds for everyday users. Free enrollment via beta.apple.com.
September 14, 2026 — iOS 27 Public Release (Expected)Ships alongside iPhone 18, iPhone 18 Pro, and the first-ever iPhone Fold.

What Features Will Older iPhones Get?

Even without Apple Intelligence, iPhone 12 through iPhone 14 users will receive a significant update with iOS 27. Based on confirmed reports and WWDC leaks, here are the features available to all supported devices:

Available on all iOS 27 devices: Liquid Glass UI refinements and the new transparency slider, redesigned Calendar app with smart scheduling, enhanced satellite features in Maps and Messages, new security and privacy controls, Safari performance improvements, system-wide performance optimizations ("Snow Leopard" approach), new wallpapers and customization options, and all security updates.

Requires A17 Pro or newer (iPhone 15 Pro+): Siri chatbot app with conversation memory, AI-powered Writing Tools, Image Playground and Genmoji, Smart Reply across all messaging apps, on-device AI processing, Apple's World Knowledge Answers (AI search platform), and visual Siri personality redesign.

Requires iPhone Fold only: Two-app side-by-side multitasking, new windowing features, sidebar layouts for Apple apps, and Flex Mode for the foldable display.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which iPhones support iOS 27?
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.
Will iPhone 11 get iOS 27?
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.
Does iPhone 12 support iOS 27?
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.
Which iPhones support Apple Intelligence?
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.
Will iOS 27 slow down my old iPhone?
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.
How much storage does iOS 27 need?
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.
Is iPhone SE compatible with iOS 27?
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.
When can I download iOS 27?
Apple has confirmed WWDC 2026 for June 8–12. iOS 27 Developer Beta will be available on June 8, 2026 immediately after the keynote. Public Beta follows in mid-July 2026. The public release is expected on September 14, 2026 alongside iPhone 18 and iPhone Fold.
Should I update my iPhone 12 to iOS 27?
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.
What features will older iPhones miss?
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.

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Last updated: April 10, 2026. This page is regularly updated as Apple releases new information. Sources: Apple WWDC 2026 announcement (March 2026), Bloomberg (Mark Gurman), MacRumors, 9to5Mac. iOS 27 has not been officially released yet — device compatibility is based on confirmed reports and Apple's historical release patterns.

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