While the newly released iPhone 17 series and iOS 26 continue to experience issues, users are now facing a significant software hurdle. Some iPhone 17 owners are unable to download the Apple Intelligence feature set to their devices. This completely cuts off access to core AI-powered Apple Intelligence functions like Genmoji, Image Playground, and Writing Tools.

Another new problem for the iPhone 17 series!

Users are reporting that their devices are unable to complete the software download process. This glitch adds to the list of issues already faced by the iPhone 17 series. According to our information, Apple support teams are aware of this download error.

However, it is not yet clear how the tech giant will address the issue. It is currently unclear whether Apple will fix this critical bug with a server-side fix or a new iOS update.

Meanwhile, Apple is currently working on the iOS 26.0.1 update. Additionally, the iOS 26.1 beta, which brings Apple Intelligence to users in Turkey, was recently released.

The Apple Intelligence download error isn’t the only issue facing the iPhone 17 series. The iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro models, in particular, have been plagued by various hardware and connection issues.

Users have reported numerous issues with these devices, including scratches, camera issues, and unexpected disconnections from WiFi and CarPlay. This new download issue is exacerbating dissatisfaction with the new series, which already faced a problematic launch.