HIGHLIGHTS
- Apple began releasing iOS 18 globally on September 16.
- iPhone 16 series comes with iOS 18 right out of the box.
- iOS 18 is compatible with a broad selection of older iPhone models.
Apple officially unveiled the iOS 18 update at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2024. The new iPhone 16 series comes pre-installed with iOS 18. Starting on September 16, Apple began rolling out the iOS 18 update globally, making it available to a wide range of iPhone users. The update primarily focuses on enhanced Apple Intelligence features.
iOS 18 Eligible Devices
As always, Apple ensures compatibility with a wide array of its devices. The iPhone 16 series is the first to come with iOS 18 out of the box, but many older devices are also eligible for the update. According to Apple’s official website, the following iPhones are compatible with iOS 18:
- iPhone SE (second generation or later)
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
