Today marks the global release of iOS 18, and Apple users everywhere are preparing to receive the much-anticipated software update. The update will be available to a range of iPhones, and we’ve detailed which devices are eligible for this latest version. Set to launch at 10 AM PT, 1 PM ET, and 5 PM UTC, the rollout will occur simultaneously, bringing new features and enhancements to millions of users around the world. With expectations high, iOS 18 promises to deliver a range of improvements in performance, security, and user experience across supported devices.
iOS 18 is Rolling Out For a Wide Range of Devices
The oldest iPhones compatible with iOS 18 are the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max, which debuted six years ago in September 2018. If your device was released in 2018 or later, you’ll be able to download the new update through your settings. As is common with large rollouts, the update might not appear immediately, since it’s being distributed to millions of users at the same time. To check manually, head to Settings -> General -> Software Update to see if iOS 18 is available for your device.
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Here’s a list of iPhones that support iOS 18:
- iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
- iPhone SE (2022), iPhone SE (2020)
If you’re only concerned with security, you don’t need to update to iOS 18. Apple will continue releasing security updates for iPhones running iOS 17.7, which is also available starting today. It’s also worth noting that Apple Intelligence will not be included in the initial iOS 18 release. Instead, this feature will arrive with iOS 18.1. The update might roll out sometime next month, though the exact date is still to be announced. However, if you’re in the EU or China, these AI-powered features likely won’t be available on your iPhone anytime soon.