Will the customization be available for all iPhone users or only professionals?

Apple plans to keep the current default layout for everyday users, while the advanced customizable layout will be an additional option that appeals to professional users. Everyone gets the familiar experience by default.

Will there be APIs for third-party camera app developers?

Reports suggest Apple may open new CameraKit APIs to developers. This would enable creating external integrations and specialized extensions within the native camera interface.

Will iOS 27 support iPhone 15 and earlier?

Apple typically supports the last 5-6 generations. iOS 27 should support the iPhone 15 series, but advanced AI-tied features may require an A17 Pro or newer chip for full functionality.

How does iOS 27 differ from iOS 26 for the Camera app?

iOS 26 added a Liquid Glass interface and visual reorganization. iOS 27 goes significantly further by adding genuine customizability that changes what appears on screen while shooting — a shift from "beautifying the interface" to "empowering the user.

When does iOS 27 officially release?

Announced at WWDC June 8, 2026. Public release expected September 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 lineup.

iOS 27 Brings Customizable Camera App — Transparent Widget Tray, Siri Camera Mode and Manual Depth-of-Field Before WWDC June 8

iOS 27 — The Camera App Becomes Customizable for the First Time

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports iOS 27 will introduce a fully customizable Camera app — one of the most significant changes to the native camera experience in iPhone history.

Two Layouts — Default and Advanced

Apple plans to use the same default layout that's available now with quick tap buttons for flash, Live Photos, and Night Mode, but the customizable interface will be added as a new advanced layout that will appeal to professional users. Different modes like photo and video will have their own sets of widgets, as will a new Siri camera mode that Apple plans to add to the app.

The Transparent Add Widgets Tray — Drag-and-Drop Customization

The new Camera app will still feature a familiar Apple interface by default. However, users will have access to a new "Add Widgets" tray for swapping individual settings such as resolution, flash, and live photo options.

This tray will slide up from the bottom of the app, revealing a comprehensive library of available controls. Users can then drag their desired widgets onto the active Camera interface — a mechanism similar to how widgets are managed on the Home Screen.

Available Controls

Expected widget categories include: Basic controls like flash, timer, Live Photos, and Night Mode; and Manual controls for photographers such as ISO, depth-of-field, exposure, and white balance.

Advanced features will also be integrated, including controls for depth-of-field, exposure, and Apple's photo styles. Currently, users adjust settings via the Camera Control button; the upcoming interface will facilitate touchscreen adjustments, simplifying the user experience.

Siri Camera Mode — The Biggest New Addition

A new Siri camera mode that Apple plans to add to the app represents a direct integration between Siri and the camera — enabling voice-directed photography and voice-command settings adjustment.

Other iOS 27 Updates

Other updates from Apple include a redesigned start page in Safari, enhanced data display in the Weather app, and a revamped Image Playground app for user-friendliness.

WWDC June 8, 2026 — Official Reveal Soon

WWDC 2026 is scheduled to begin on June 8, 2026, with expectations for further details about these changes. iOS 27 will officially release in fall 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 lineup.