Apple accidentally reveals two new changes it's made with its upcoming iOS 27 update

Apple accidentally revealed two new changes it’s made with its upcoming iOS 27 update, and iPhone fans immediately spotted them online.

The surprise reveal appeared in preview material connected to the tech giant’s next software update, giving users a closer look at some subtle interface tweaks coming to iPhones later this year.

While the company hasn’t officially explained the changes yet, social media users were already zooming in on screenshots and comparing them to the current version of iOS.

And even though the updates might seem small at first glance, Apple fans know tiny design changes usually mean something much bigger is on the way.

Visual changes in Apple’s upcoming iOS 27 update

One of the biggest details eagle-eyed gadget users noticed was the redesigned battery symbol in the accidental reveal.

The classic battery icon is to be completely filled in rather than having the edge around it like normal, however some people have pointed out that their updated phones already have this feature.

Apple has tweaked icons before, but this could hint at a larger visual refresh across iOS 27.

People on social media were quick to compare the new battery symbol with older versions of iOS, with many saying it’s comical how minute the change really was

The redesigned symbol might sound like a tiny detail, but Apple fans are famously obsessed with every little interface change the company makes.

Another (teeny tiny) change is coming

Alongside the battery redesign, users also spotted a mysterious orange indicator on-screen.

Apple already uses colored indicators to warn users when features like the camera or microphone are active, but this new version appeared slightly different from what people are used to seeing.

That immediately sparked speculation online about whether new privacy features are being introduced or updated notification tools might be coming in iOS 27.

So far, the tech giant hasn’t explained exactly what the orange indicator means, but fans are already trying to decode every screenshot they can find ahead of the full iOS 27 reveal.