The Apple Pay update in iOS 27 will eliminate the need for you to search for the correct card before making a purchase.

      A small update for Apple Pay that was overdue.

      Whenever you complete a purchase using Apple Pay and try to switch cards by tapping on the card displayed in the payment sheet, it often leads to confusion. In iOS 26, this tap doesn't change your card. Instead, it opens a screen for editing your address. The actual button for switching cards is located elsewhere, near the bottom of the screen, and can be easily overlooked. If you've ever struggled with Apple Pay during checkout and wondered what was happening, Apple has addressed this issue in iOS 27.

      So, what was the issue with Apple Pay's card switching feature?

      Tapping on the card itself seemed like a natural action, but it didn’t work well with Apple Pay. This confusion sometimes led users to pay with the wrong card. For example, someone wanting to switch from a debit card to a rewards card would tap the card, end up on the address editing screen, navigate back, and repeat the process, ultimately paying with whatever card was initially selected. As Apple Wallet accommodates debit cards, credit cards, and pay later accounts, this flaw became more apparent over time.

      What changes have been made to the Apple Pay checkout process?

      With iOS 27, users can now swipe between cards on the main Apple Pay sheet, matching the gestures they were already attempting. Tapping a card will open a grid view displaying all eligible cards. The new layout also provides details such as rewards, account balances, and pay later options, allowing users to compare before making a payment. Although merchants and developers still dictate what information appears, the Apple Pay checkout page in iOS 27 is significantly clearer and improved compared to iOS 26.

      For context, this card switching enhancement is a minor part of a larger Apple Wallet initiative stemming from WWDC 2026, which also includes features like bill splitting via Apple Cash using Visual Intelligence, converting physical loyalty and membership cards into digital Wallet passes, and an enhanced hotel key experience featuring trip information and activity updates.

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      These seven hidden features in iOS 27 have subtly enhanced my iPhone experience.

      Rather than focusing solely on significant features, these seven minor changes are the ones you'll likely notice in your daily routine. Each iOS update typically showcases several headline features that attract the most attention. However, it’s often the less glamorous tweaks that have the most considerable impact on my everyday life. iOS 27 is filled with these small improvements, and after testing the beta version, I've identified seven that have already made my daily experience better.

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      If you've been using an older iPhone, iOS 27 is an uncommon update that rewards you for it.

      Every time Apple releases a new iOS update, users claim their iPhones suddenly seem slower. This rumor has persisted for years, and although Apple has always denied it, the suspicion lingered. With the release of iOS 27, I believe Apple has finally put these rumors to rest.

      I installed the beta on my iPhone Air, but the more compelling story comes from users with older models. Reports from those using iOS 27 on older iPhones suggest their devices feel faster, not slower.