Apple drops unexpected iOS update, including older models—full device list

Apple surprises users with unexpected update, quietly reviving older iPhones and iPads.

iOS 26.3 release date, eligible devices list, new features and updates, all you need to know

Apple's iOS 26.3 is set for release globally around January or early February 2026, following the public beta version currently available. The update will support several iPhone series, from the 11 to ...

iOS 26.3 Release Date Update, Full List Of Eligible iPhones, New Features And Upgrades, How To Download

Apple is preparing to launch the iOS 26.3 stable update, anticipated to debut in early February 2026, likely around February ...

Apple patches ancient iOS versions to keep iMessage, FaceTime, other services working

When Apple stops supporting older iPhones and iPads with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, it usually isn’t the end of the line—Apple keeps releasing new security-only patches for those devices for ...

Apple updates iOS 12 to extend iMessage and FaceTime support on older devices

Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 for a small group of older devices, to make sure they can continue using FaceTime and iMessage.
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iOS 26 Compatible Devices and Supported iPhones: Which Models Miss the Apple Update?

The latest Apple update highlights the evolution of iOS with the release of iOS 26 compatible devices, marking the end of a 7-year support cycle for A12 chip iPhones. iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR users ...