By Nicholas Walter | Updated: 16 September 2024
For those who have been eagerly anticipating, good news has come as Apple’s iOS 18 is released worldwide. Here we will cover the release time, supported iPhone models, and expected features.
On September 9, Apple held its It’s Glowtime event to unveil the updated iPhone 16 lineup, which comprises the entry-level iPhone 16, the iPhone 16 Plus, the iPhone 16 Pro, and the top-tier iPhone 16 Pro Max. The new iPhones will go on sale starting September 20 and come pre-installed with iOS 18. However, those with more recently supported iPhone models will have access to Apple’s mobile operating system ahead of those who will eventually purchase an iPhone 16. On Monday, Apple will start to release iOS 18 to compatible devices.
With so many customization choices available, users can freely rearrange apps on the home screen, customize widgets to their preferences, and modify the tint and color of icons in the most recent major release of iOS. Note that the main Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18, which include a redesigned Siri and the use of generative artificial intelligence, will be available later with a separate upgrade. While Apple Intelligence capabilities will work with all iPhone 16 models, previous devices will only be compatible with iPhone 15 Pro versions.
iOS 18 rollout time
As previously stated, Apple has announced that iOS 18 will launch globally on September 16. Although the iPhone manufacturer has not announced the release timing, prior major iOS versions were made available on day one at 17:00 GMT (10:30 p.m. IST).
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Supported iPhone models
While you are excited about the fact that Apple’s iOS 18 is released worldwide, it is important to point out that the iOS 18 update is compatible with iPhone SE (second and third generation), iPhone XR, and later models. Below is every model that is supported:
- iPhone SE (second generation)
- iPhone SE (third generation)
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
You can download and install the newest OS version by going to Settings > General > Software upgrade as soon as the iOS 18 upgrade becomes available.
Features of iOS 18
Many features will be included in iOS 18 at launch, while Apple Intelligence elements will come later. Users will have more customization options for their homescreens with the most recent iPhone OS update, giving them the freedom to rearrange widgets and apps anyway they see fit.
Users can match the tint of the app icon to their wallpaper or apply tints of different colors, giving app icons and widgets a new, darker appearance. Users can also adjust the size of widgets and apps. It is also possible for users to lock or conceal sensitive apps from view.
A single down swipe on the home screen will unlock additional controls in the Control Center, which is undergoing a makeover. Additionally, users can modify and reorganize the Control Center’s control arrangement.
Additionally, Apple revamped the Photos app, adding additional categorization to make it easier to locate your images and videos quickly. Additionally, the Messages app is gaining some new features that allow users to include animated emojis and other effects in any part of their messages. Additionally, RCS (Rich Communication Services) messaging is supported in iOS 18, and scheduling messages for later is now possible.
Now that Apple’s iOS 18 is released worldwide, are you still eager to explore it? or your model isn’t supported?
