Apple Readies AI Writing Help, App Shortcuts and Wallpapers for iOS 27

Apple Inc. is preparing a wave of artificial intelligence features for its next iPhone and iPad operating systems, including a grammar checker and new shortcut options, part of an effort to narrow the gap with capabilities available on rival devices.

The features are planned for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The additions include new AI-powered writing tools, the ability to create systemwide shortcuts using natural language and custom wallpaper generation, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans haven’t been announced.