iOS 26.0.1 to Fix Apple Intelligence Activation Issues on Some iPhone 17 Models
Apple has confirmed a bug that prevents some iPhone 17 models from fully downloading and activating Apple Intelligence, which can block features such as Genmoji and Image Playground. The company says a fix is coming in iOS 26.0.1.
What’s happening
- Some users cannot complete the Apple Intelligence model download on iPhone 17 devices, leaving Genmoji, Image Playground and related features unavailable.
- Apple has acknowledged the issue and is rolling a fix in the upcoming iOS 26.0.1 update (and related betas are already in testing).
What you can do now
- Wait for iOS 26.0.1 and install it when it becomes available via Settings > General > Software Update.
- Temporary troubleshooting some users have tried: reboot device, toggle Wi‑Fi, reset network settings, and sign out/in to your Apple ID — results vary.
- If the problem persists after updating, contact Apple Support or check Apple’s support updates for further guidance.
Sources
- Apple support: https://support.apple.com/en-us/123075
- Discussion and reporting from users: MacRumors forum thread
Have you been affected?
Please comment below with your iPhone 17 model (e.g., 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) and a brief description of the symptoms (error messages, which features are blocked). We’ll update this post when Apple releases iOS 26.0.1 and confirm whether the patch resolves the issue.
Published: 2025-09 (reported and confirmed in recent days)