GoKawiiliOS 27 is packed with new features across Messages, Notes, Apple Wallet, CarPlay, and more. Here are three of my favorite new iOS 27 features so far.
#1: Siri app
Siri is completely new in iOS 27, rebuilt from the ground up for the AI era. And one exciting upgrade is the dedicated Siri app. From Apple’s press release:
When users want to revisit a past conversation or kick off a new one, they can open the all-new dedicated Siri app. The Siri app uses iCloud to privately sync conversational history across a user’s products, so they can start chatting with Siri on Mac and continue the conversation on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or Apple Vision Pro, bringing together rich conversations in one place.
The Siri app provides a convenient, go-to home for any question you have. It’s especially great for chatbot-style conversations that go beyond a simple request.
With the popularity of apps like ChatGPT, Claude, and Google Gemini, a dedicated Siri app makes a lot of sense. And since it’s pre-installed on the iPhone Home Screen, I suspect it could quickly become a go-to app for many users.
#2: One-tap suggestions in Messages
iOS 27 has plenty of Apple Intelligence features that don’t “feel like AI” but simply offer convenient tools. One shining example is actionable suggestions in the Messages app. Per Apple:
Messages offers one-tap suggestions based on the context of users’ conversations, making it easier than ever to get things done, such as creating a reminder or a note. For example, if someone asks for photos, Messages can also help users find the right ones, recognizing keywords, locations, and people in their library to find the best options.
Plenty of messaging apps have tried to infuse AI via an integrated chatbot in your conversation. I’ve never been a fan of that approach.
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