At WWDC 2025, Apple revealed iOS 26, their latest iPhone operating system. The OS upgrade introduces a new visual style and a slew of smart features throughout the system. The update is already accessible for developers, with a public beta scheduled for the following weeks. The stable release of iOS 26 is planned to coincide with the debut of new iPhones. However, not all iPhones will be compatible with the iOS 26 update.
According to Apple, iOS 26 will be accessible on devices using the A13 Bionic chip or later. Here’s a list of iPhone models that are eligible for the update:
iOS 26 Update Available On:
- iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 series, including the iPhone 16e