Apple iOS 27’s most powerful on-device AI comes with a limitation: Is your device supported?

Apple's most powerful on-device AI model requires a minimum of 12GB of unified memory to run. The standard iPhone 17 is not compatible.

iOS 27 Full List of Supported Devices: Which iPhones Will Support Apple Intelligence

Any device capable of running iOS 26, including the iPhone 11 series and newer, is listed for the iOS 27 rollout, while earlier phones remain unsupported.

iOS 27’s most powerful on-device AI requires iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air

OS 27’s most powerful on-device AI model will be restricted to some of Apple’s newest products. Here are the details
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Apple Didn't Really Say What's Coming in iOS 27, So I Guess I Will

The next major iOS software will be available on devices as old as the iPhone 11, and it will land on your device this fall.

When will Apple’s iOS 27 be available, and will your device qualify for the update?

If you were never a fan of Liquid Glass, you can expect an update to that as well. A new slider will be available through iOS 27, allowing you to adjust the glassiness of elements to enhance readability. The new update will also make app launches and AirDrop transfers faster.

iOS 27: Here are all the compatible iPhone models

Apple announced iOS 27 today at WWDC 2026. The update focuses on upgrades to Siri, new Apple Intelligence features,

Only some devices get Apple's 'most powerful on-device AI model'

Just because your phone works with Apple Intelligence doesn't mean it'll get the latest and greatest

Apple unveils iOS 27 at WWDC 2026: Check new features, eligible devices and release timeline

Apple has announced iOS 27 with a redesigned Siri AI, deeper Apple Intelligence integration, and new customization features while extending support to iPhone 11 users.