Will my iPhone get iOS 18? Here’s every supported model

Apple has officially released iOS 18 to the public after its announcement at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June. The latest iPhone update brings a range of new features, including a customizable home screen, an updated Control Center, and enhancements to first-party apps.

If you’re excited about the new features, you may be wondering if your iPhone is eligible for the update.

Which iPhone models are compatible with iOS 18?

To install iOS 18, your iPhone must be equipped with an A12 Bionic chip or a newer processor. The following iPhone models are compatible with the update:

• 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)
• iPhone SE (3rd generation)

iOS 18 comes preinstalled on the iPhone 16 series, which includes the standard iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

What’s new in iOS 18?

While Apple initially highlighted Apple Intelligence during the iOS 18 announcement, those AI enhancements are not included in the update. Apple plans to introduce AI features in future versions of iOS 18, such as iOS 18.1, iOS 18.2, iOS 18.3, and possibly iOS 18.4. However, older iPhone models may not support these advanced AI capabilities. Apple Intelligence will bring improvements to Siri, new writing tools, image generation, and enhanced privacy features. Only the iPhone 15 Pro series and iPhone 16 series will be compatible with Apple Intelligence.

iOS 18 introduces a range of new features and enhancements. Users can now customize their home screen layout with more flexibility, including the ability to place apps anywhere on the screen. The update also includes improvements to the theme engine for enhanced color customization. The Control Center has been redesigned for easier access to controls, allowing users to add and rearrange panels, swipe between different pages, and access media controls and Home settings more conveniently. Additionally, iOS 18 now supports third-party app controls.

Several Apple apps have also received updates and enhancements. Messages now supports RCS, Mail offers improved sorting options, Maps includes new topographical features, and Wallet introduces a Tap to Cash feature. The Photos app has undergone a significant redesign, with a new Gallery view at the top and the ability to browse photos by year or month.

Privacy remains a top priority for Apple in iOS 18. Users can now hide apps on their home screen and place them in a secure, hidden app folder that requires authentication to access. A new Game Mode is available, reducing background app activity for smoother gameplay on iPhones and improved responsiveness with AirPods and wireless game controllers. For more information on iOS 18, refer to this detailed report.