Learn to download and install iOS 18 on your iPhone, featuring enhanced performance, improved privacy controls, a redesigned Control Centre, upgraded notifications, advanced Focus modes, new health and fitness tracking options, and fresh customisation capabilities to personalise your experience.
Compatible iPhone Models
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
Features May Vary
Your features and apps may vary depending on your iPhone model, region, language, and carrier. To find out which features are supported in your region, see the iOS & iPadOS Feature Availability. Apps and services that send or receive data over a cellular network, or that answer incoming calls, may incur additional fees. Contact your carrier for information about your service plan and fees.
Identify Your iPhone Model and iOS Version
To identify your iPhone model and see your iOS version, go to Settings > General > About.
How To Get iOS Updates
To update your iPhone to the latest iOS software compatible with your model, follow the steps below.
Update iOS On iPhone
When you update to the latest version of iOS, your data and settings remain unchanged. Before you update, set up your iPhone to back up automatically, or back up your device manually.
Update iPhone Automatically
If you didn’t turn on automatic updates when you first set up your iPhone, do the following:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates.
- Turn on iOS Updates below Automatically Install and Automatically Download.
When an update is available, your iPhone downloads and installs the update overnight while charging and connected to Wi-Fi. You’re notified before an update is installed.
Update iPhone Manually
At any time, you can check for and install software updates. Go to Settings > General > Software Update. The screen shows the currently installed version of iOS and whether an update is available. To turn off automatic updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates.
Update Using Your Computer
You can also update your iPhone using a computer. Connect your iPhone and your computer with a cable. Do one of the following:
- On a Mac (macOS 10.15 or later): In the Finder sidebar, select your iPhone, then click General at the top of the window.
- On a Mac (macOS 10.14 or earlier) or a Windows device: Open the iTunes app, click the button resembling an iPhone near the top left of the iTunes window, then click Summary.
It’s best to use the latest version of iTunes. Click Check for Update. To install an available update, click Update.