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Rumored iOS 27 Compatibility List and Release Timeline Reported

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iOS 27 Compatibility Report: iPhone 11 and SE 2 May Lose Support

A report from a source known for Apple-related leaks has outlined a potential list of iPhone models that may be compatible with the upcoming iOS 27 operating system, along with a projected release schedule. The information, which has not been confirmed by Apple, suggests several older iPhone models may no longer receive the major software update.

Reported Compatibility Changes

According to a post attributed to the account "Instant Digital" on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, iOS 27 would require an iPhone 12 or later model. For the iPhone SE line, support would reportedly be limited to the third-generation model or later.

The report claims the following iPhone models, which currently support iOS 26, would not be on the compatibility list for iOS 27:

  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)

If accurate, this would mark the second consecutive year Apple has removed several iPhone models from a major iOS update, following iOS 26 ending support for the iPhone XS generation.

The report states that devices not receiving iOS 27 would continue to get iOS 26 security updates for several years.

Reported Compatible Device List

The Weibo post listed the following iPhone models as reportedly compatible with iOS 27:

  • iPhone 17 Series: iPhone 17e, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air
  • iPhone 16 Series: iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15 Series: iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14 Series: iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13 Series: iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 Series: iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone SE (3rd generation)

The report also stated that any new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 27 would require an iPhone 15 Pro or newer model to function fully.

Reported Development Focus and Features

The report compared the development of iOS 27 to Mac OS X Snow Leopard, indicating a focus on bug fixes and stability improvements. A handful of new features were also mentioned, including:

  • A dedicated Siri app.
  • A system-wide slider for adjusting the opacity of a design element referred to as "Liquid Glass."
  • Improved keyboard autocorrection.

Previous rumors about iOS 27 have also mentioned a redesigned Siri interface and potential Home Screen changes.

Reported Release Timeline

The report provided the following projected timeline for iOS 27:

  • Unveiling: At Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) keynote on Monday, June 8, 2026.
  • First Developer Beta: Released later on June 8, 2026.
  • Public Beta: Typically follows in July.
  • Final Public Release: Expected in September.

Source and Context

The information originates from the "Instant Digital" account on Weibo. This source has accurately reported Apple information in the past, such as the yellow color option for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus and the Apple Watch Ultra 2's Titanium Milanese Loop. The account does not have a perfect track record of accuracy.

Apple is scheduled to unveil iOS 27 at its WWDC event on June 8. Official compatibility details and feature sets will be confirmed by Apple at that time.