By Mashable | Created at 2026-09-18 13:03:58 | Updated at 2026-09-18 19:49:23
7 hours ago
This isn’t like past iOS updates. Bridget Carey goes over the top seven features to try in iOS 27, which can make your iPhone feel brand new — even if you’re not getting the new iPhone 18 Pro that hits stores today.
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Apple iOS 27 is out now: 8+ new features to try right away
Timecode chapters
0:52 New Siri AI in iOS 27
1:57 The new Siri app
2:04 Using Siri AI to find delivery information
2:21 Use Siri to find things in messages and emails
2:49 Set reminders and alarms with Siri AI
3:02 Find useful information on maps using Siri AI
3:28 Tips for using Siri AI
3:45 Siri mode in iPhone camera app
4:23 Make custom Wallet passes with iOS 27
5:18 Splitting the bill with Siri AI and Apple Cash
6:03 Set alarm and ringtone volume with iOS 27
6:24 Take a still photo from a video on iOS 27
6:50 New parental controls for iOS 27
7:37 Bridget gets ready for iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5
Video credits
Host: Bridget Carey
Scripted by: Bridget Carey
Producer: Carly Marsh
Camera: Carly Marsh, Bridget Carey, CNET Archive
Video editor: Carly Marsh
Thumbnail designer: Tharon Green
