Apple resolves bug stopping AI features on iPhone 17 series
What's the story
Apple has released a fix for the Apple Intelligence bug that was affecting new iPhone 17 models. The issue, which prevented users from accessing Apple's latest AI features, was first reported on the Apple Intelligence community shortly after the launch of the new iPhone models. Users had initially reported that these features worked for a few days before reverting to an older animation and becoming inaccessible.
Update details
Fix is server-side and automatically applies to all eligible devices
Despite no official word from Apple, MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris has reported that the tech giant has released a new update. This update lets affected users download Apple Intelligence again. The fix is said to be server-side and automatically applies to all iPhone models eligible for Apple Intelligence, starting from the iPhone 15 Pro series onward. Users can check their device's Apple Intelligence status by going through Settings and tapping on the respective menu.
Software glitches
iOS 26 issues on iPhone
While the Apple Intelligence bug has been fixed, iOS 26 users have been facing a slew of issues since its public release. The complaints started with battery drain and performance issues on iOS 26, but have since expanded to other areas. A review by CNET found that some rare instances of black boxes and white squiggles appeared on the phones. Apple acknowledged this issue and promised a fix.
Additional complaints
Other problems reported by users after updating to iOS 26
Some users have also reported Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity issues after updating to iOS 26. Some iPhone 17 models were seen occasionally showing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth disconnection while others couldn't connect to a cellular network at all. Users also complained about transparency and legibility issues with Liquid Glass design in iOS 26 as well as tilted and skewed icons, particularly when Dark Mode is enabled against a dark wallpaper background.