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Ever since the announcement of WWDC this year, anticipation about the unveiling of iOS 18 has been brewing online. Speculations were rife about Apple's plans to introduce the next iteration of its operating system for iPhones during the event. As expected, on the opening day of WWDC, June 10, Apple delivered, announcing the arrival of iOS 18 for iPhone users. However, not all iPhone models will receive this update. Read on to discover if your device is among the lucky ones.
iOS 18 Release Date and Device Compatibility
Following its announcement at WWDC, Apple released a developer beta version of iOS 18, granting developers early access to the latest features. A more stable public beta is anticipated to roll out in the coming weeks. For the general public, iOS 18 is slated to officially launch in September 2024, coinciding with the release of the new iPhone 16 lineup.
The new Control Center in iOS 18 is 🔥 pic.twitter.com/AHoBcyPyfz
— Brandon Butch (@BrandonButch) June 10, 2024
In terms of device compatibility, iOS 18's new AI-powered features, particularly the advanced Siri capabilities, will be exclusive to newer devices equipped with the A17 Pro chip or later. This includes the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, as well as the upcoming iPhone 16 series. However, other enhancements and upgrades will be available across all iOS 18-compatible devices.
List of Compatible Devices with iOS 18
- 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 (2nd generation or later)
iOS 18 is compatible with these devices! pic.twitter.com/CfdbLYjZfl
— Apple Hub (@theapplehub) June 10, 2024
Upcoming features of iOS 18
iOS 18 introduces a plethora of customization options, revolutionizing the way users arrange apps and widgets on their Home Screen, Lock Screen, and Control Center. Users now have the freedom to place icons and widgets anywhere on their screen, even above the dock, and can apply visual effects such as dark or tinted themes to personalize their device's appearance.
The Photos app has undergone a significant overhaul, consolidating photo libraries into a single view and introducing new collections and a carousel view highlighting daily favorites. The revamped Control Center provides quicker access to frequently used controls and allows seamless integration with third-party apps.
Messaging capabilities receive a boost with satellite messaging in the Messages app, ensuring connectivity even without cellular or Wi-Fi. iMessage enhancements include new text effects, formatting options, and message scheduling. Notably, Apple Intelligence integrates generative models with personal context to enhance tasks like language understanding and image creation, offering users a highly relevant and useful experience.
