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The MacRumors Show: Hands-On With iOS 27, Brutal watchOS 27 Cuts, and More

Apple has launched the second developer beta for watchOS 27. This update follows the release of iOS 27 beta 2. The software is compatible with several recent Apple Watch models.

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What changed

The second developer beta is now available for compatible devices including the Apple Watch Ultra 3.

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  1. Apple Releases watchOS 27 Beta 2

    Apple has launched the second developer beta for watchOS 27. This update follows the release of iOS 27 beta 2. The software is compatible with several recent Apple Watch models.

    What's confirmed:

    • Apple released watchOS 27 beta 2 for developers.
    • The update is compatible with Apple Watch Ultra 3.
    • watchOS 27 supports Apple Watch SE 3, Series 9, 10, 11, and Ultra 2 and 3.
    • Apple Watch Series 6 through 8 are not supported by watchOS 27.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • watchOS 27 includes a standalone Siri app, single-hand gestures, an on-watch Workout Buddy, perimenopause cycle tracking, and a unified Find My app.
    confidence 95%

  2. watchOS 27 Beta 1 Introduces AI Siri and App Consolidation

    Apple has released the first developer beta of watchOS 27. The update merges several tracking tools into one map-centric app and removes the Walkie-Talkie feature. New additions include an AI-driven Siri experience and updated health and Wallet tools.

    What's confirmed:

    • watchOS 27 developer beta 1 replaces the separate Find Devices, Find People, and Find Items apps with one map-centric app.
    • The Walkie-Talkie app is removed entirely in watchOS 27.
    • watchOS 27 includes a new Siri AI experience.
    • Apple has officially released watchOS 27 beta 1.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • watchOS 27 includes new health tools and Wallet enhancements.
    confidence 90%

  3. Apple Unveils iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate at WWDC 2026

    Apple introduced iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and watchOS 27 during WWDC 2026. iOS 27 maintains broad compatibility with devices including the iPhone 11. macOS Golden Gate ends support for all Intel-based Macs.

    What's confirmed:

    • iOS 27 supports the iPhone 11 and second-generation iPhone SE.
    • macOS Golden Gate removes support for all Intel Macs.
    • macOS Golden Gate is the final version to provide full support for Rosetta 2.
    • iOS 27 supports the same iPhones as iOS 26.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Mark Gurman expects Apple to release around 20 products across the rest of 2026 and 2027.
    confidence 90%