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Apple releases iOS 27 public beta with new interface and AI-powered features

The iOS 27 public beta introduces significant interface refinements, including adjustable liquid glass aesthetics and granular volume control for system alerts and alarms. The update enhances AirPods functionality with new equalizer settings and adaptive listening modes. Users can now utilize extra-large widgets across the home screen and widget pages. A major focus of the release is the integration of Apple Intelligence, which powers an upgraded Siri capable of understanding context, searching for specific information across apps, and identifying objects within the camera interface. The Photos app receives new AI-driven editing tools, including Clean Up for object removal, Extend for expanding image frames, and Reframe for adjusting perspective. Safari now includes a Notify Me feature to track website changes, and the Shortcuts app allows for natural language command creation. Additionally, Apple Wallet introduces a pass creation tool for tickets and memberships, and landscape mode support has been expanded to more applications, including Music and Podcasts.

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The iOS 27 public beta introduces significant interface refinements, including adjustable liquid glass aesthetics and granular volume control for system alerts and alarms. The update enhances AirPods functionality with new equalizer settings and adaptive listening modes. Users can now utilize extra-large widgets across the home screen and widget pages. A major focus of the release is the integration of Apple Intelligence, which powers an upgraded Siri capable of understanding context, searching for specific information across apps, and identifying objects within the camera interface. The Photos app receives new AI-driven editing tools, including Clean Up for object removal, Extend for expanding image frames, and Reframe for adjusting perspective. Safari now includes a Notify Me feature to track website changes, and the Shortcuts app allows for natural language command creation. Additionally, Apple Wallet introduces a pass creation tool for tickets and memberships, and landscape mode support has been expanded to more applications, including Music and Podcasts.

Users can now adjust the intensity of the liquid glass interface or disable it entirely through the appearance settings. Individual volume levels for alarms, timers, and system alerts can be set independently of ringtone volume.

AirPods Pro and Max users can now access equalizer settings and fine-tune adaptive listening modes. The Photos app features new AI-powered tools for removing objects, extending image frames, and reframing perspectives.

Safari now allows users to set up notifications for specific website updates based on frequency and time. Shortcuts can be created using natural language, and users can choose between a natural language or traditional interface.

Chapter guide

Interface and Liquid GlassOverview of the new liquid glass interface and how to adjust its appearance in settings.Volume AdjustmentsHow to independently adjust volume for alarms, timers, and system alerts.AirPods FeaturesNew equalizer settings and adaptive listening mode adjustments for AirPods.Extra-Large WidgetsIntroduction of new extra-large widget options for the home screen.Siri and Camera IntegrationNew Siri capabilities, including context awareness and object identification in the camera app.Photos Editing ToolsUsing the new Clean Up, Extend, and Reframe tools in the Photos app.Safari and ShortcutsNew Notify Me feature in Safari and natural language shortcut creation.Wallet and MessagesCreating custom passes in Apple Wallet and customizing the voice dictation icon in Messages.Landscape ModeExpanded support for landscape mode in various applications.

Worth noting

  • This software is currently in public beta, meaning features may be subject to change, instability, or bugs before the final release.
  • Siri's new capabilities and Apple Intelligence features are currently limited to specific countries and languages.
  • Some features, such as object identification in the camera app, may not always be perfectly accurate due to the beta status of the software.

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