Apple released iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate this week, introducing Siri AI capabilities, Visual Intelligence, and Liquid Glass design updates across its operating systems. New hardware including iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, and AirPods 5 also launched, with upcoming iOS 27.1 and 27.2 versions planned for additional features and improvements.
Apple released iOS 27 with a new AI-powered Siri that requires waitlist signup, available only on iPhone 15 Pro and newer. The ChatGPT-like assistant can access personal information and perform actions across apps, with wait times varying from minutes to days. It launches in English only, with additional languages coming in October, and is unavailable in the EU due to regulatory issues.
Code analysis reveals Apple has designed iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate with architecture allowing third-party AI models like Claude and ChatGPT to replace or extend Siri through Model Delegation and Model Manager Services protocols. The system enables these AI models to access Apple's native tools, system features, and personal data while presenting results through Siri's interface, partly driven by EU Digital Markets Act requirements for interoperability.