44 Exciting Features Coming to Your Apple Devices You Might Not Know About

This year’s WWDC keynote was all about AI, but amidst the spotlight on Apple Intelligence and Siri AI, several exciting smaller features in the new updates were overlooked. Here’s a roundup of some of the highlights.

The new operating systems are currently available in developer beta, with public betas set to launch in July and a full release expected this fall. As the gaming community dives deeper into these updates, we may uncover even more features to get excited about.

**iOS 27**
– Liquid Glass now includes an opacity slider.
– Apps launch up to 30% faster.
– AirDrop transfers are up to 80% quicker.
– Your iPhone will switch between Wi-Fi and cellular connections more seamlessly.
– A new ranking system in Mail will prioritize the most relevant results.
– Messages will load faster in Mail.
– On the iPhone 17, 17 Air, and 17 Pro, you can use Dual Capture mode during FaceTime calls.
– Set an alarm volume independent of your system volume.
– Your iPhone can automatically generate synced captions for videos.
– Apple Maps’ FlyOver feature is enhanced with detailed aerial imagery.
– Custom EQ settings for AirPods are now available, supported by AirPods Max 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4.
– The Home App can combine related activity notifications using Apple Intelligence.
– Supported HomeKit Secure Video cameras can now stream and record in 4K.
– Cycle tracking in Apple Health can share notifications when patterns suggest perimenopause.
– The camera launches faster in low power mode.
– Extra large widgets can now be set up.
– If a message fails to send, iOS 27 can automatically retry.
– Save a video frame as a photo.
– Notifications for multiple tapbacks in messages will be consolidated.
– Expect smoother unlocking.
– Emoji and sticker keyboards will load faster.

**macOS 27 Golden Gate**
– A more refined design with enhanced Liquid Glass for better readability and consistency across apps.
– Safari will feature tab groups and notify you of page changes.
– Improved Spotlight search suggestions.
– Support for ultrawide displays up to 120Hz at 5K resolution.
– Swipe down in apps like Safari and Mail to refresh.

**iPadOS 27**
– File transfers between an iPad and an external drive are up to 5x faster.
– The unread count in Messages will sync more quickly and reliably after returning to your iPad.
– iPadOS 27 allows for smoother transitions between Wi-Fi and cellular connections.

**watchOS 27**
– A new dynamic app grid is introduced.
– Open a Smart Stack widget with a single tap.
– Workout Buddy functions even without your iPhone nearby and is now available in Spanish.
– More accurate mile tracking for indoor runs and walks.
– Music playback from your Apple Watch starts faster.
– The Fitness app’s step count now syncs with the Health app.
– Create custom passes in the Wallet app for any membership or card using a QR code.

**visionOS 27**
– Siri AI can appear as a virtual glassy orb in your surroundings.
– Windows can be curved.
– Preview notifications just by looking at them.
– Transform a panorama photo into a spatial scene for your virtual Personal Environment.
– Control Center has a new design.
– Your Vision Pro device can connect to Wi-Fi up to three times faster.
– An extra small size for widgets is now available.
– Safari allows for 360-degree web experiences.

These are just a few of the features I noticed, and there’s still more to explore from the keynote. What stood out to you?