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Digital Trends
09-06-2025
- Digital Trends
Will my iPhone get iOS 26? Here's every supported model
Apple announced iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, and the new iPhone update comes with a fresh new 'Liquid Glass' look and plenty of features – and there are loads of iOS 26 supported devices, which is great news. And no, you haven't missed a volley of updates since iOS 18 in 2024. Apple has skipped a bunch of numbers, so instead of giving us iOS 19 in 2025, we got iOS 26 alongside iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26 and tvOS 26. In short, Apple's brought its operating system numbering into line. Nice. Recommended Videos There's a lot to like in the iOS 26 update, so you'll probably want to know whether your iPhone qualifies for the upgrade. Which iPhone models can download iOS 26? To use the iOS 26, your iPhone must feature an A13 Bionic chip or newer. That means a staggering six generations of iPhone support the iOS 26 update, with iPhones dating back to 2019 in-line for the new software. To be able to get the new iPhone update, you'll need one of the following models: iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 16e 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 SE (2nd generation) iPhone SE (3rd generation) There are a trio of iPhones that do miss out on the iOS 26 update however, after receiving the iOS 18 update last year. iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone XR It's not a massive surprise, considering these handsets are now eight years old and running aging technology. If you currently own one of these iPhones, we'd recommend you consider an upgrade later this year to ensure you're on the latest software, have access to the newest features, and benefit for ongoing security updates. When will my iPhone get iOS 26? If you are fortunate enough to own one of the iPhone models listed above, Apple has confirmed you'll need to wait until 'Fall' (likely September) for the final version of the new operating system to arrive. Judging by past iOS releases, we expect Apple will make iOS 26 available to everyone after the iPhone 17 launch, which will likely take place around the middle of September. If you don't want to wait until September to try out iOS 26, you can look to download the iOS 26 public beta which will be available in July. But we warned, this is a development build of the platform and could be full of bugs. If you depend on your iPhone for vital communication, we'd advise against downloading the beta software.
The Sun
09-06-2025
- The Sun
Every iPhone model that won't get free iOS 26 upgrade revealed – millions to miss out as exact list confirmed by Apple
MILLIONS of older iPhones are set to be locked out of Apple's next big update. Apple fans across the world are due to get the free iOS 26 upgrade later this year, giving their iPhones bonus features at no extra cost. 10 That'll include a robot that holds on phone calls so you don't have to, the ability to send polls in Messages, a translation feature that lets you understand foreign languages in real time – plus a brand new "glassy" look for your iPhone icons and menus. These tempting perks were announced during today's special Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) event at Apple's California HQ. It's coming to dozens of iPhone models going back years – but not all Apple customers are on the lucky list. Several once-posh iPhone models are being cut-off, despite being able to get last year's iOS 18 update. Phones as far back as the iPhone 11 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) will be able to get iOS 26. But if you've got an iPhone XR, iPhone XS, or iPhone XS Max, you're out in the cold. Anything older than that won't be eligible for the upgrade either – but that's no surprise, as they would've missed iOS 18 too. Here's the full list of iPhone models getting Apple's iOS 26 update: iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 SE (3rd gen) iPhone SE (2nd gen) If you've got an older iPhone, now would be a good time to upgrade – or you'll miss out. iPhone 16e review – I've secretly tested Apple's cheapest mobile and I love the new button but that's not the best bit THE SECOND CUT-OFF It's worth noting that just because you can get iOS 26 doesn't mean you'll unlock the full suite of features either. Some artificial intelligence perks under the Apple Intelligence banner only appear on the very newest model. For those, you'll need one of the following gadgets: iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max 10 10 10 You don't necessarily need Apple Intelligence to get by, but it has some handy benefits. It lets you create custom Genmoji emoji, can help you rewrite emails, and lets you use Siri to tap into ChatGPT. WHAT'S NEW IN IOS 26? For a start, it's called iOS 26 and not iOS 19 as expected. That means Apple is matching the main year for the software, making naming simpler. This is true for iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro software too. 10 There's a new look for apps with glassy, translucent, round-edged icons and circular buttons, and a transparent design borrowed from the Apple Vision Pro headset. The Phone app has been upgraded to streaming your Favourites, Recents, and Voicemails into a single panel. Safari has a glossy new design, and the Camera app has been simplified. Messages now allows you to send polls, and set synced backgrounds for your chats. 10 And there's a new Apple Intelligence feature that lets you combine two emoji into one.
