Apple announced the new lineup of iPhone at its ‘Glowtime’ event yesterday. Apple’s annual fall event is also important for current-gen iPhone users as it reveals the launch date for the new iOS version. iOS 18 was first showcased at Apple’s WWDC event earlier this year. Since then, the tech giant has rolled out several developer and public beta versions of the software. iOS 18 also brings with itself Apple’s first suite of artificial intelligence features, dubbed ‘Apple Intelligence’. Check out the release date for iOS 18, whether it is compatible with your iPhone, and how you can install it on your device.
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Is your iPhone eligible for the iOS 18 upgrade?
Every year, Apple phases out older iPhones from the software update cycle. Typically, an iPhone receives 5-6 years of software upgrades. This means that the iPhone 16 is guaranteed to receive major software updates till iOS 23. Here is the list of iPhones that qualify for the iOS 18 upgrade.
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone SE (2nd Gen or later)
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XS
Out of all the devices mentioned in this list, only the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will receive the Apple Intelligence suite of features.
When will iOS 18 be released?
Apple has confirmed that iOS 18 will be released for all eligible iPhones on September 16, 2024. iPadOS 18 will be released alongside the iOS 18. The update will go live at 10 am (Pacific Standard Time). Depending on where you are in the world, it could mean that the update will arrive on your iPhone by September 17, 2024. Here’s how you can install iOS 18 on your iPhone once the update goes live.
Step 1: Make sure your iPhone is connected to a WiFi network and plug in its charger.
Step 2: Go to Settings and select General.
Step 3: Select Software Update.
Step 4: Tap on Download and Install.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is iOS 18’s launch date?
Apple has set the release date of iOS 18 for September 16, 2024. The iPadOS 18 will be released alongside the iOS 18.
Does updating my iPhone erase the data on the device?
No, updating your iPhone’s software does not erase your personal data.
Which iPhones are eligible for the iOS 18 update?
All iPhones from the ‘XS’ model and up will get the iOS 18 update. However, out of all the older iPhones, Apple Intelligence will be made available on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max only.
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Conclusion
Preorders for the new iPhone 16 will begin on September 13, 2024. Apple will start rolling out the smartphone on September 20. It goes without saying that the iPhone 16 series will run iOS 18 out of the box. All four variants in the series will sport Apple Intelligence as well.
