Which iPhones Will Stop Working In 2024 and 2025? Complete List of Compatible Apple Products
- Apple's iOS 18 brings new features and enhancements for iPhone users. But not every single iPhone supports iOS 18 and its new features.
- Compatible devices include the iPhone 16 Series, iPhone 15 Series, iPhone 14 Series, iPhone 13 Series, iPhone 12 Series, and iPhone SE (3rd generation).
- Notably, devices like the iPhone X and older, as well as the iPhone SE (1st and 2nd generation), have been left out of the iOS 18 update.
- Keep reading to see if your iPhone is compatible with Apple’s latest software.
iOS 18 Compatibility: Which Devices Make the Cut?
Apple's iOS 18 brings a host of new features and enhancements that promise to elevate the user experience. However, not all current devices will support this latest update. Here is a detailed look at which devices are compatible with iOS 18 and which are left behind.
Compatible Devices:
- iPhone 16 Series
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 15 Series
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 14 Series
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 13 Series
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 12 Series
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 11 Series/iPhone X Series
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
Incompatible Devices:
Unfortunately, several older models will not be able to run iOS 18, and will no longer receive major iOS updates from Apple. These include:
- iPhone X Series
- iPhone X
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 8 Series
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7 Series
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6 Series and earlier
- iPhone 6
- iPhone 6 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
As with every major iOS update, Apple continues to push the envelope on performance, security, and user experience with iOS 18. However, these advancements often come at the cost of dropping support for older hardware. Users of older iPhone models should consider upgrading their devices to enjoy the latest features and improvements offered by iOS 18.
What's new in iOS 18?
After 18 iterations, it might be easy to brush off Apple's latest major software update as "just another iOS update." But actually, iOS 18 is a one of the most significant updates to iOS for years — especially when it comes to design and on-device intelligence. Here's a brief rundown of just some of what's new in iOS 18:
Photo via Apple Inc. // Apple's recently announced iOS 18 operating system for iPhones will be available for everyone toward the end of this year.
- Apple Intelligence: A new feature for all iPhone 16 models, as well as iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, that offers personalized, context-aware suggestions and insights, enhancing daily tasks.
- Enhanced Customization: Redesigned app icons, customizable Home Screen layouts, and new options for locking and hiding apps to protect sensitive information.
- Control Centre Overhaul: A redesigned Control Centre with a continuous swipe interface, customizable controls, and new control groupings for easier access.
- Photos Redesign: A major update to the Photos app with automatic organization by topics and a new Carousel view for highlighting top photos.
- Advanced Messaging Features: New text effects, support for RCS messaging, and the ability to schedule messages with Send Later in iMessage.
- Privacy and Security Improvements: Enhanced privacy settings, improved control over contact sharing with apps, and better Bluetooth privacy.
- Siri Upgrades: Siri now has improved language understanding and context awareness, making it more helpful and capable.
- Game Mode: Optimizes gameplay by minimizing background activity and improving responsiveness for AirPods and game controllers.
- Enhanced Accessibility: New Eye Tracking control, Music Haptics, and Vocal Shortcuts for better usability across different needs.
- Journaling for Wellbeing: A new Journal app to track mental health with writing streaks, insights, and widgets for easy access.
For a full list of compatible Mac models in 2024 and 2025, including iMac, MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini and more, visit: Which iPhones Will Stop Working In 2024 and 2025? Complete List of Compatible Apple Products.
Photo via Brandon Butch on YouTube. // For the first time ever, you can now customise your home screen in ways that some developers say is a major step backwards. Online reviews have been mixed, with some dismissing the feature as ugly and unpolished — while others are applauding Apple's for allowing consumers to more easily customise their Apple devices.
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I have an XR running 18.1.1 .
4 months agoIt says in your list that iPhone XR no longer supports IOS but I have IOS 18.1.1 on my device. Will they stop supporting it automatically as soon as 2025 starts?
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