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Update (September 16): iOS 18 rolls out in full to compatible iPhone users. Our iOS 18 review details everything new in the latest iPhone software, but Apple Intelligence features will be coming in a separate update.
If you are looking to download the latest version of the iPhone software, iOS 18, then these are the devices that you’ll need to download the next generation of iPhone OS.
You will be able to download iOS 18 on 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)
However, if you want to get the most out of the upcoming Apple Intelligence features, then you will need the A17 Pro chip, meaning either the Phone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max. This is due, in part, to the phones requiring at least 8GB of RAM, something most iPhones lack. Sadly, it appears that users won't have a chance to use Apple Intelligence right away as it looks like it has been delayed for a later release.
iOS 18 offers several amazing new features, including a wealth of new customization options, including moving widgets on the home screen to wherever you want. Users will also be able to change the color options, including setting a new dark tone on all widgets on the home screen.
Apple isn’t just changing the customization options. Users will be able to lock and hide certain apps, protecting them from prying eyes. Not to mention changes to the messages with new tap-back options, scheduled messages, and even the option to add new text effects. Users can remain in contact with their friends and family with new satellite communication options in messages, which include end-to-end encryption.
Meanwhile, if you have access to compatible phones, you'll have access to Apple Intelligence, which brings a wealth of updated features for the iPhone. These include changes to Siri that make your assistance more powerful and intelligent. The updated Siri can integrate with apps and even has access to ChatGPT to bring you all the suggestions and information you need. Not to mention reported talks to bring in other options of users, giving Apple fans more choice than any other.
Apple intelligence will also allow you to generate images with prompts, adapt drawings in Notes, and even create your own emojis, or Genmoji, as they are now called. It will also recognize your writing style. recreate your handwriting and offer suggestions for tone and context. It can also easily summarize emails and notifications, meaning you'll never be overwhelmed again. All of this will be free on release for compatible devices.
iOS 18 is finally available, and we have a full breakdown of all the features we have found in our iOS 18 review.
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