iOS 27 to be released in India on September 14 around 10:30 PM IST. The iOS update option will be available on compatible iPhones through the software update section. New features in the version includes Siri AI, AI powered photo editing and enhanced liquid glass interface customization. Users can now adjust photo using commands through Siri. The iOS will be compatible with wide range of iPhones including iPhone SE (2nd gen) to iPhone 18 Pro Max, including all models from iPhone 11 onwards.

The exact time may vary from Apple's global rollout schedule. Generally the updates from Apple are released around 10:30 PM IST. To update in your iPhone first check the compatibility. Open Settings, tap General and select Software Update and wait while the phone checks Apple's servers. If iOS 27 is available you can see the option to download and install it. Before starting the installation its a better idea to make sure the phone is connected with charger and enough storage is available. The update can also be performed if Automatic Update is turned on in your phone. Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates and turn the feature on.

What's new in iOS 27?

Siri AI is among biggest inclusions in the update. Apple is making Siri more conversational and positioning it more like AI assistant, with the new experience powered by Google Gemini. The AI powered photo editing capability also added to Siri as a part of general trend nowadays. Beyond AI, iOS 27 also includes additional customization options for Apple Liquid Glass interface, along with updates to apps including Health, Photos and Notes.

iPhones supported by iOS 27

Apple is supporting wide range of iPhones with iOS 27 update. These includes iPhone SE (2nd gen) to iPhone 18 Pro Max, including all models from iPhone 11 onwards.

Some iOS features has regional limitations like Siri AI will not be available in Europe at launch due to regulatory requirements. For iPhone users in India with a supported model iOS 27 provides a subsequent enhancement particularly with the addition of Apple's new AI capabilities and the expanded Siri experience. So you can just keep an eye and once the update is available can update your iPhone for all new exciting experiences.

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Written by Shouvik Sarkar