198: Hands-On With iOS 27, Brutal watchOS 27 Cuts, and More
Summary
Dan Hartley and his co-host review the iOS 27, watchOS 27, and macOS Tahoe betas, criticizing Apple’s decision to drop support for recent Apple Watch and iPad models. They discuss the new Liquid Glass design, Siri AI’s improved personal context and clarification features, and hints of an upcoming foldable iPhone. The episode also covers the more grounded WWDC keynote format and the current limitations of Apple Intelligence features like password changes and visual intelligence.
Topics discussed
Apple Intelligence device support and dropped models
iPadOS 27 compatibility and sponsor read
Liquid Glass design changes and Shortcuts automation
iPad automation, full-screen widgets, and iPhone 18 rumors
Siri AI improvements, personal context, and bugs
Third-party AI integration and EU availability
Apple Intelligence features: Writing Tools, Genmoji, and Visual Intelligence
macOS Tahoe updates and WWDC keynote format
iOS 27 home screen undo and iPadOS menu bar
watchOS 27 dynamic grid and removed features
visionOS, tvOS updates, and closing news
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