According to MacRumors, Apple is already developing iOS 27, set for preview at WWDC in June 2026 and a public launch in September 2026. The update is rumored to be a 'Snow Leopard' style release, focusing heavily on performance optimizations and bug fixes for iOS 26. A major focus is preparing the software for the rumored foldable 'iPhone Fold,' potentially introducing iPad-like multitasking interfaces for its larger 7.7-inch display.

Other expected upgrades include refinements to the 'Liquid Glass' design language, expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities for Siri, and a potential Siri visual redesign inspired by tabletop robot concepts. New satellite features, such as Apple Maps via satellite, and a rumored paid Health+ service for nutrition planning are also on the horizon.