iOS 18 is coming and these are the iPhones we think will support it

At the June 10, 2024 Apple WWDC presentation, the brand revealed its latest software including iOS 18, as we speculated. While hardware updates only affect users gearing up for the new devices, most Apple users will see the benefits of the latest integrations and updates. Which iPhones are getting the iOS 18 update?

iOS 18 brings significant redesigns to the iPhone control center, as well as updates to the Messages and Photo apps. Later this year, Apple is bringing its own brand of AI called Apple Intelligence. Not to mention, ChatGPT is coming to Siri.

Here's what we know so far.

SEE ALSO: Everything announced at WWDC 2024, from iOS 18 to Apple Intelligence

iPhones getting the iOS 18 treatment

Apple has officially announced which iPhone models are compatible with iOS 18. While all the phones here will get the software update, only iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max phones will be able to utilize Apple's AI.

• 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 XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max

• iPhone SE (2nd or newer)

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple iPhone 15 Pro $999 at Apple

What to know about iOS 18

Before the announcement at Apple WWDC, we anticipated iOS 18 would bring heavy changes compared to other software updates. The updates to iOS affect the most frequently used apps like Messages and Photos.

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Your apps can match your wallpaper with iOS 18. Credit: Apple

With iOS 18, you can customize your phone to the highest degree. Apps can be adjusted around the screen to frame your wallpaper, and you can adjust the color and tint of your apps for a more cohesive look. If you're sick of accidentally turning on the flashlight because of its place on your lock screen, you can swap it out for other options including Snapchat — even though we're not sure why you'd need such quick access to it.

Plus you can now lock and hide apps on your phone, which may or may not result in the end of a few relationships.

Never forget to send a message again. Credit: Apple

Messages is getting an upgrade, too. Your favorite tapbacks are getting redesigned — now you'll be able to react to a message with any emoji. Get vocal in your messages by using bold, italic, and strikethrough text and never forget a birthday text again with scheduled sends.

iOS 18 organizes your photos for you. Credit: Apple

According to Apple, Photos is getting its largest redesign yet with a new single scroll photo grid. There are ways to filter your entire library, removing screenshots from cluttering your screen. Plus, it will recognize groups of people and your pets for better collections.

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When does iOS 18 come out?

During the June 10, Apple WWDC event, the fruit company debuted a lot of new features in thorough detail but provided no date for when iOS 18 will be rolled out.

The iOS 18 preview page says it's arriving this fall, but still, no exact date. Apple Intelligence is coming in beta this fall too, with a full roll out to come later. And for the time being, only iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models will get to experience Apple's foray into AI.

Shop iPhones with the iOS update

If you're giddy over the new developments coming to iOS 18 but your phone isn't covered, it's time for an upgrade. All iPhones currently for sale will support the new system, but if you're after Apple Intelligence, go for the iPhone 15 Pro.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple iPhone 15 Pro $999 at Apple