July 13, 2024: Apple enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the arrival of iOS 18, the latest iteration of the iPhone operating system. Unveiled at WWDC 2024, iOS 18 promises a host of new features, customization options, and enhancements.
The new software upgrade introduces all-new customization options, the biggest-ever redesign of Photos, powerful updates for staying connected, and Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system
Release Date
iOS 18 is set to officially roll out in September 2024, coinciding with the release of the new iPhone 16 lineup1. However, developers can already access the developer beta, and a more stable public beta will be available in the coming weeks.
iOS 18 Compatible Devices
Wondering if your iPhone will receive the iOS 18 update? Rest assured, iOS 18 will be available for the following models:
iPhone 15
iPhone 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 14
iPhone 14 Plus
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro Max
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 mini
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone XS
iPhone XS Max
iPhone XR
iPhone SE (second generation or later)2
Exciting Features
“We are thrilled to introduce iOS 18. It is a huge release with incredible features, including new levels of customization and capability, a redesigned Photos app, and powerful ways to stay connected with Messages. There are so many benefits for everyone,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering. “This release also marks the beginning of a tremendously exciting new era of personal intelligence with Apple Intelligence delivering intuitive, powerful, and instantly useful experiences that will transform the iPhone experience, all with privacy at the core. We can’t wait for users to experience it.”
iOS 18 introduces several noteworthy updates:
Customization Options
Arrange apps and widgets anywhere on the Home Screen.
Customize buttons on the Lock Screen.
Dark or tinted effects for app icons and widgets.
Redesigned Photos App
Unified view for photo libraries.
New collections for easy access to favorites.
Enhanced Messaging
Messages over satellite when cellular or Wi-Fi isn’t available.
New text effects in iMessage.
Apple Intelligence
A personal intelligence system integrated into iOS 18.
Combines generative models with personal context for useful and relevant experiences.
iOS 18 prioritizes privacy while delivering an intuitive and powerful user experience. Get ready for an exciting upgrade this fall
