Improved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27
iOS 27 is expected to introduce several new features, including improved Writing Tools, a wallpaper generator, and natural language input for Shortcuts. These updates are part of Apple's ongoing efforts to enhance its AI capabilities and keep pace with competitors. While the features are not groundbreaking, they aim to provide users with more accessible tools on their iPhones.
- ▪iOS 27 will include improved Writing Tools that offer Grammarly-style checks.
- ▪A new wallpaper generator is rumored to be part of the update.
- ▪Users will be able to create Shortcuts using natural language input.
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News Improved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27 Wesley Hilliard 0 e-mail BlueSky Mastodon X Facebook Reddit Mon May 18 2026, 02:55 PM EDT · 3 minute read iOS 27 will see some improvements to its various AI tools Rumor Score 🤯 Likely The slow trickle of iOS 27 leaks continues with seemingly obvious upgrades that are being painted as part of a desperate move to catch up with competitors. Instead, they appear to be business as usual. Apple announces new features for iOS each year during WWDC, and sometimes, early builds lead to leaks of features being tested. While these leaks frustrate Apple engineers that would prefer to keep them a surprise, they're sometimes obvious and predictable.
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