Leak: iOS 27 could add a dedicated Siri app and broader Apple Intelligence controls

MacRumors reported on May 24 that Apple is testing iOS 27 features including a dedicated Siri app, broader Apple Intelligence controls in core apps and a redesigned AirPods settings experience ahead of WWDC 2026. The report said the software could add new AI-powered options in Wallet, Safari and Shortcuts, along with keyboard and photo-tool changes. Apple has not confirmed those features. Apple has said its Worldwide Developers Conference will begin on June 8 with a keynote at 10 a.m. Pacific. ### What is the most concrete claim in the latest iOS 27 leak? MacRumors said the most notable change is a standalone Siri app rather than Siri remaining only a system assistant layered across iPhone functions. The outlet said the app is expected to include expanded controls and sit alongside wider Apple Intelligence additions across the operating system. (macrumors.com) MacRumors also said Apple is preparing Apple Intelligence features for Wallet, Safari and Shortcuts. In that account, Wallet would gain a “Create a Pass” option, Safari would summarize webpages, and Shortcuts would let users build actions with AI assistance. ### Which other features are being linked to Wallet, Photos and Visual Intelligence? (macrumors.com) 9to5Mac reported on May 23 that Apple Intelligence upgrades expected at WWDC include the ability to generate wallet passes from physical tickets. The same report said Apple is working on new editing tools in Photos and additional Visual Intelligence functions. (macrumors.com) MacRumors separately said iOS 27 rumors include an upgraded keyboard with improved autocorrect, a revamped AirPods settings menu and other interface changes. Another MacRumors roundup published earlier in May said Apple could add new Apple Intelligence photo-editing tools and Visual Intelligence upgrades. ### Why is Siri timing getting attention before WWDC? (9to5mac.com) NewsBytes reported that some Siri upgrades were delayed after internal testing issues and are now expected to be discussed around WWDC rather than arriving earlier. A separate NewsBytes report in February said Apple’s Siri revamp had already slipped from an expected iOS 26.4 rollout and could be released gradually. (macrumors.com) MacRumors has also tied iOS 27 to Apple’s previously delayed personalized Siri work. In its earlier roundup, the outlet said Apple still plans to bring those capabilities to users in 2026. ### What has Apple itself confirmed so far? Apple confirmed in March that WWDC 2026 will run from June 8 through June 12 and said the keynote and Platforms State of the Union will open the conference on Monday, June 8. (newsbytesapp.com) Apple’s developer pages say the keynote will be streamed live on the Apple Developer app, website and YouTube. (macrumors.com) Apple has not publicly confirmed a Siri app, new Wallet pass generation or the specific Apple Intelligence features described in the reports. The company has, however, signaled a heavier AI focus for this year’s event, and third-party reports have pointed to a new genai.apple.com subdomain ahead of the conference. (apple.com) ### Where should users look next for confirmation? June 8 is the next firm date for confirmation. Apple’s WWDC keynote begins at 10 a.m. Pacific that day, and any iOS 27 announcements, Siri changes or Apple Intelligence additions would be expected there first, followed by developer sessions during the June 8-12 conference. (apple.com) (9to5mac.com)