Apple Extends Support for Older iPhones with iOS 27 Launch

The company’s keynote presentation centered on three primary pillars: platform stability, user trust, and a refined iteration of Apple Intelligence. For families, the update introduces a more robust suite of parental tools, granting guardians deeper oversight through tighter screen time management and modernized app permission request workflows.

Beyond hardware longevity, the update brings functional tweaks across the ecosystem. Users can now utilize a customization slider for the 'Liquid Glass' interface, transitioning between 'Ultra Clear' and 'Tinted Glass' aesthetics. Health enthusiasts gain long-requested menopause and perimenopause cycle tracking, while audio hardware receives an upgrade via custom equalizer controls for AirPods. Apple Maps also features a complete visual redesign for its flyover mode, marking a departure from previous iterations of the navigation software.