Apple releases iOS 27.0.1 — the official update is now available
Apple has officially released iOS 27.0.1 for iPhone, build 24A446. iPadOS 27.0.1 with the same build number was released at the same time, alongside macOS 27.0.1 (26A434), watchOS 27.0.1 (24R365) and visionOS 27.0.1 (24M372). Apple Developer confirms these versions were released on September 28, 2026.
This is the first minor official update following iOS 27. Apple has not yet published a detailed public list of specific fixes for iOS 27.0.1, so AppDrop is not attributing individual fixes that Apple has not confirmed.
On iPhone or iPad, check availability under Settings → General → Software Update. On Mac, open System Settings → General → Software Update, while Apple Watch updates through the Watch app on its paired iPhone. Back up important data first and install over a stable Wi‑Fi connection with sufficient battery.
Apple also released iPadOS 26.7.1 (23H30), Xcode 27.2 beta 2 and a TestFlight Update on the same day. AppDrop will update this story if Apple publishes more detailed release notes or security information.
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