**Apple Resolves Bug That Stopped AI Features on iPhone 17 Series**
*By Mudit Dube | Oct 08, 2025, 4:40 PM*
Apple has released a fix for a bug affecting the new iPhone 17 models that prevented users from accessing the latest AI features. The problem was first reported shortly after the launch of the new iPhones on the Apple Intelligence community. Users noted that these AI features initially worked for a few days but then reverted to older animations, becoming inaccessible.
### Update Details
According to reports from MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, Apple has quietly rolled out a new update that restores access to Apple Intelligence features. This fix is server-side, meaning it automatically applies to all eligible devices without requiring any user action.
The update is available for all iPhone models starting from the iPhone 15 Pro series onward. Users can verify their device’s Apple Intelligence status by navigating to their Settings and tapping on the relevant menu option.
### iOS 26 Glitches on iPhone
While the Apple Intelligence bug has now been resolved, users running iOS 26 have encountered multiple issues since its public release. Initially, complaints centered on battery drain and performance problems. However, these issues have expanded to other areas.
A review by CNET found rare instances where black boxes and white squiggles appeared on some phones. Apple has acknowledged these visual glitches and promised a forthcoming fix.
### Additional User Complaints After Updating to iOS 26
Further problems reported by users include Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity issues. Some iPhone 17 models have experienced intermittent Wi-Fi and Bluetooth disconnections, while others have been unable to connect to cellular networks altogether.
Users have also complained about transparency and legibility challenges related to the new Liquid Glass design in iOS 26. Additionally, some have observed tilted and skewed icons, especially when Dark Mode is enabled with a dark wallpaper background.
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Apple has yet to provide an official statement regarding these ongoing iOS 26 issues, but users can expect gradual improvements in future updates. Meanwhile, the resolution of the Apple Intelligence bug brings relief to iPhone 17 users eager to fully enjoy their devices’ AI capabilities.
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