Apple Releases Stable iOS 18 and iPadOS 18: New Features, Eligible Devices, and More

One week after unveiling the iPhone 16 series at its "It’s Glowtime" event, Apple has officially released the first stable version of iOS 18 for over 25 iPhone models and iPadOS 18 for more than 10 iPad models. Initially revealed at WWDC 2024, these software updates introduce advanced customization options and Apple Intelligence features to select devices.

Older models, including the iPhone SE 2nd Gen and the iPhone XS/XR, are eligible for the iOS 18 update, while iPadOS 18 can be installed on devices as old as the 7th generation iPad.

However, the feature availability will differ based on the device, with the AI-driven Apple Intelligence set to launch on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16 series, and iPads equipped with M-series chips in a future iOS 18.1 update.

iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 bring new personalization features, allowing users to customize their iPhone and iPad interfaces with options like app icon color changes based on wallpaper, flexible app icon placement on the home screen, and customizable quick settings and control centers.

Although these updates were previously available for developers and early adopters, this stable release is now available to all users. To install, users need to back up their data and ensure their devices are fully charged.

Complete List of iPhones Eligible for iOS 18:

• 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 XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd Gen)

Complete List of iPads Eligible for iPadOS 18:

• iPad (7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Gen), iPad Mini (5th, 6th Gen)
• iPad Air (3rd, 4th, 5th Gen), iPad Air M2 (11-inch, 13-inch)
• iPad Pro (11-inch, 12.9-inch, 13-inch)