Apple's iOS 27 to split iPhones into two tiers with AI features

Apple is set to unveil iOS 27 at WWDC, featuring a significantly upgraded Siri and new AI capabilities branded as Apple Intelligence. However, the update will create a two-tier system, with older iPhone models like the 11 series and SE (2nd gen) losing support entirely. Even newer models, such as the iPhone 15, will not receive the full suite of AI features, requiring an iPhone 15 Pro or newer with an A17 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM. AI

IMPACT This update bifurcates the iPhone user experience, potentially impacting resale values and highlighting the growing divide between flagship and older devices for AI feature access.

RANK_REASON This is a product update announcement for a consumer device, not a core AI research or frontier model release.

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