Apple will unveil iOS 27 at WWDC on June 8, 2026. The update brings a practical new feature to the Wallet app: bill splitting via camera scan. Users can scan a receipt, assign items to people, and request payment through Apple Cash.
Scan receipts and split costs with Apple Cash
The feature works from the Wallet app or directly within Messages. It relies on Apple Cash, which is limited to the US. No Android version is planned, so the feature stays exclusive to iPhone.
To use it, open the Wallet app after updating to iOS 27. Point the camera at a receipt, and the system identifies items and totals. You then assign each item to a contact, and the app calculates each person's share. A payment request is sent via Apple Cash.
US-only due to Apple Cash limitation
Apple Cash integration means the feature is only available in the US. Users in other regions will not see the bill-splitting option. Apple has not announced any plans to expand Apple Cash internationally.
The feature was first reported by Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the development. It is expected to be officially announced at WWDC alongside other iOS 27 updates. The public release date will likely follow the beta cycle.
iOS 27 will be available for iPhone 18 Pro and other compatible models. The bill-splitting addition is a small but practical improvement for group expenses. It simplifies a common task without needing third-party apps.
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