Apple Adds Hebrew Language Support to iOS 27 Translation Feature
Apple has introduced Hebrew language support for its built-in translation service, Apple Translate, in the beta version of iOS 27. This marks the first time Hebrew appears in the list of supported languages for the app, which allows users to translate text, speech, conversations, and text captured by the iPhone camera. The translation service enables typing text for translation, voice input with written and spoken output, and real-time bilingual conversations where the app identifies the speaker and displays translations on each participant's side.
Users can also point the iPhone camera at signs, menus, or documents to see translations overlaid on the image, or translate text from saved photos. A key feature is the ability to download language packs for offline use, useful during flights or in areas without cellular coverage, though Apple notes offline translations may be less accurate. Until now, Hebrew was not supported in Apple Translate despite iOS supporting Hebrew for typing, voice dictation, and Siri.
The addition of Hebrew expands Apple Translate’s supported languages from 21 to 30, including Danish, Malay, Norwegian, Swedish, European Portuguese, Cantonese (Traditional Chinese), and additional Spanish dialects. This update could significantly benefit Israeli iPhone users by enabling direct Hebrew translations within the app and potentially system-wide translation features in iOS 27, such as translating messages, emails, and web content without copying text to a separate app.
However, Apple has not confirmed if all translation features, including live translation in calls or AirPods, will support Hebrew in the current beta. These advanced features currently support fewer languages and are limited to certain device models. The third beta of iOS 27 was released to developers on July 6, 2026, and the stable public release is expected in the fall. Apple may adjust language support and features during the beta testing period. The final quality and scope of Hebrew translation support will be clearer upon the official launch.
