Apple is preparing a major expansion of its AI tools in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, with new features focused on writing, automation, and personalization as the company tries to catch up with Google and Samsung in consumer AI.
According to Bloomberg, Apple plans to introduce an AI-powered grammar checker, natural language shortcut creation, and AI-generated wallpapers during WWDC in June before releasing the updates publicly in September. The company is also testing deeper Siri integration across the operating system, especially inside text fields and productivity features.
Bloomberg reported:
“The additions include new AI-powered writing tools, the ability to create systemwide shortcuts using natural language and custom wallpaper generation.”
One of the biggest additions is a grammar checker that works similarly to Grammarly. The feature reportedly appears in a translucent menu from the bottom of the screen and shows the original sentence alongside suggested corrections. Users can approve changes one by one, apply all edits together, or ignore suggestions entirely.
Apple already introduced Writing Tools in 2024 with proofreading and summarization support, but the new system pushes those features deeper into iOS. The company is reportedly testing a “Write With Siri” toggle directly above the keyboard, along with a “Help Me Write” option when Siri is active inside a text field.
Apple wants Shortcuts to work like AI assistants
Apple is also redesigning the Shortcuts app with AI. Instead of manually building automations, users will reportedly describe what they want in plain English and let the system generate the shortcut automatically.
Bloomberg said users will see a prompt asking:
“What do you want your shortcut to do?”
The update aims to make Shortcuts easier for regular iPhone users who currently avoid the app because of its complexity.
AI wallpapers and smarter Siri are also coming
Apple is additionally working on AI-generated wallpapers through Image Playground integration. Users will reportedly create custom lock screen and home screen backgrounds directly inside the wallpaper picker.
At the same time, Apple is preparing a new Siri mode capable of analyzing visual data through the camera app while gaining deeper app control and a redesigned interface.
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