Highlights
- iPhone 18 Pro with iOS 27 is tipped to introduce a redesigned Siri featuring Dynamic Island integration, standalone app, chatbot interface and support for third‑party AI models.
- Apple is expected to revamp the Camera app with customisable controls, AI‑driven analysis and new editing tools like “Reframe” and “Extend.”
- iOS 27 may also add natural language Shortcuts, AI wallpapers, grammar checker, improved Genmoji and a redesigned Image Playground.
Ahead of Apple’s June 8 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), a new Bloomberg report has leaked several early details about the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iOS 27. The report highlights Apple’s major focus on generative AI including a redesigned Siri experience and upgrades to the iPhone’s camera and photo editing tools.
Bloomberg, in its report, has published a bunch of images (shared below) that they claim are based on descriptions provided by people who have reportedly seen the software in action. This, however, means that while everything mentioned in the report comes from a credible source, it is also subject to change. The final version of iOS 27 and the iPhone 18 Pro could closely resemble what has been described in the leak.
Here’s what we know thanks to the recent leak.
iPhone 18 Pro and iOS 27 – Siri Overhaul (Expected)
The Bloomberg report reveals that Apple is preparing a complete overhaul of Siri and transforming it into a more advanced AI-powered assistant. The new Siri will be capable of understanding on-screen content, personal information and web data in real time.
One of the biggest changes reportedly includes Dynamic Island integration, where the traditional Siri activation interface could be replaced by an interactive animation within the Dynamic Island for voice interactions.
Conversation view may be accessible by swiping down. (Image credit – Bloomberg)
Apple is also said to be working on a new “Search or ask” interface. According to the report, users may be able to swipe down from the top-centre of the screen to access a dedicated hub for text-based searches, opening apps, and managing AI-powered tasks.
New Siri app with a list of conversations and a chatbot. (Image credit – Bloomberg)
For the first time, Apple may introduce a standalone Siri application. The app is expected to feature a chatbot-style interface similar to ChatGPT or Claude, complete with conversation history, support for file and photo attachments for analysis, and different voice modes.
The report further claims that Apple is testing support for third-party AI models. This could allow users to route queries directly to services such as Google Gemini, OpenAI’s ChatGPT, and Anthropic’s Claude from within the Siri interface.
iPhone 18 Pro and iOS 27 – Camera and Photo Upgrades (Expected)
iOS 27 Camera app is set to be redesigned. (Image credit – Bloomberg)
Apart from Siri, the native Camera app on the iPhone is also expected to receive major upgrades with iOS 27. The leak says Apple is redesigning the camera experience to better serve both casual users and photography enthusiasts.
A new camera mode integrated with Siri and Visual Intelligence may reportedly replace the existing visual intelligence feature. This would allow users to capture an image and instantly have Siri or other AI tools analyse the photo or perform a Google reverse image search.
Camera app to integrate visual intelligence. (Image credit – Bloomberg)
Apple is also said to be introducing a customisable camera interface. A new “add widgets” panel could let users modify shortcut placements in the top row and make advanced tools such as depth controls and specific camera modes easier to access.
New Photos app with AI-powered editing options. (Image credit – Bloomberg)
The Photos app may also gain new AI-powered editing tools. Among the rumoured features are “Reframe,” which could change the perspective of a photo, and “Extend,” which may use generative AI to fill in missing parts of an image. These additions are expected to bring Apple’s editing capabilities closer to Google’s Magic Editor features.
iPhone 18 Pro and iOS 27 – Other AI Features (Expected)
The report additionally mentions several AI enhancements coming with iOS 27. Users may be able to create complex Shortcuts automations using natural language commands instead of manually building workflows step-by-step.
Other AI features to include a grammar checker. (Image credit – Bloomberg)
Other expected additions include AI-generated wallpapers, a system-wide grammar checker, improved Genmoji functionality, and a redesigned Image Playground app focused on AI-generated visuals.
According to Bloomberg, the leaked renders and information are based on descriptions provided by people who have reportedly seen the software in action. This suggests that the final version of iOS 27 and the iPhone 18 Pro could closely resemble what has been described in the leak.
However, the report also notes that some features and interface elements may still change before the final release. Apple could make adjustments between the iOS 27 beta preview expected at WWDC in June and the stable public rollout in September.
It is also currently unclear which of the new AI features will be available across all supported iPhones running iOS 27 and which will remain exclusive to the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the rumoured foldable iPhone Ultra powered by the upcoming A20 Pro chipset. Apple has previously restricted certain advanced software features to its latest hardware. In any case, we can expect more clarity as we move closer to launch.
FAQs
Q1. What major changes are expected for Siri in iOS 27?
Answer. Apple is reportedly overhauling Siri with AI features, Dynamic Island integration, a standalone app, chatbot interface, and support for third‑party AI models.
Q2. What camera upgrades are rumoured for the iPhone 18 Pro?
Answer. The Camera app may get a redesigned interface, AI‑powered analysis, customisable controls, and new editing tools like “Reframe” and “Extend.”
Q3. What other AI features could iOS 27 include?
Answer. Leaks suggest natural language Shortcuts, AI‑generated wallpapers, grammar checker, improved Genmoji, and a redesigned Image Playground app.
