Apple’s just rolled out the iOS 27 public beta, allowing any iPhone user to experience the revamped Siri and other AI features months ahead of the official fall launch. With this public beta release, anyone can sign up at Apple’s beta software program site to install the early version for free. AirPods Join the Beta PartyAlongside the iOS 27 public beta, Apple also released new AirPods beta firmware, as reported by MacRumors. The firmware, build number 9A5314b, is available for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3 users enrolled in the public beta program. — YouTube comment on MKBHD’s iOS 27 beta coverageThe Bigger PictureThis release comes as Apple faces challenges in the AI space.