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iOS 27, currently in beta, allows users to manually boot into a Mac-style recovery screen on iPhones without requiring a computer.

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Who
Apple
What
iOS 27, currently in beta, allows users to manually boot into a Mac-style recovery screen on iPhones without requiring a computer.
When
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:50:05 GMT · 2h 56m ago
Where
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Why
To provide users with a more accessible way to troubleshoot, update, or erase their devices.
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How this affects you

This change removes a previous limitation in iOS 26, making iPhone recovery more accessible for users by eliminating the need for a Mac or PC connection for manual access.

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