Apple Announces Compatible Devices for iOS 18 and iPadOS 18
Apple users, prepare for an update! Both iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 are set to launch later this year, and the tech giant has confirmed the list of devices that will support the new software. If you have an iPhone XS or any model released after that, you're in luck. These iPhones have the A12 Bionic chipset or better, making them eligible for the iOS 18 update.
Which iPhones Can Run iOS 18?
The full list of iOS 18-compatible iPhones includes:
- 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 (2020)
- iPhone SE (2022)
What About iPads?
For the iPad enthusiasts, a variety of models will support iPadOS 18, covering recent iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad, and iPad mini models. The latest generation of iPads starting from 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2019 respectively, will embrace the new update with open arms.
Not All Features for All Devices
It's important to note that not all devices will get access to every new feature with the iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 updates. Some features will be exclusive to devices with the M-series chipsets or the A17 Pro and later. For example, iPhone 14 series and newer models will be the only ones with Messages via Satellite, while features like audio transcription in Notes, eye tracking, Music Haptics, wireless smart lock opening, and the Enhance Dialogue feature in Apple TV will be exclusive to iPhone 12 models and newer.
If you're excited about these updates, make sure your device is on the compatibility list. And stay tuned for more details as they become available.
