At the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2025, Apple revealed the iOS 16 and iPad OS 16 updates, highlighting the amazing features that users can anticipate from these software upgrades. Naturally, fans are curious which iPhone models will be compatible with iOS 16 and its impressive new functionalities. Historically, Apple tends to discontinue support for older iPhone models by releasing annual system software updates.
What devices are compatible with iOS 26 and its beta release? Here’s a rundown of the iPhones that can run iOS 26.
List of iPhones that support iOS 26?
The following iPhones will be supporting iOS 26 and its beta versions:
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- 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 16e
In essence, individuals who are currently using the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max won’t be able to access the upcoming iOS 26 update. If they desire to experience all the features that iOS 26 offers, they might have to upgrade to an iPhone 11 or later models.
Meanwhile, iPad OS 26 will be available on the following iPad models:
- iPad
- 11th generation, Apple A16
- 10th generation, Apple A14
- 9th generation, Apple A13
- 8th generation, Apple A12
- iPad Air
- 13-inch (M3)
- 11-inch (M3)
- 13-inch (M2)
- 11-inch (M2)
- 5th generation (M1)
- 4th generation (Apple A14)
- 3rd generation (Apple A12)
- iPad Mini
- 7th generation (A17)
- 6th generation (A15)
- 5th generation (A12)
- iPad Pro
- 11-inch M4
- 11-inch 4th generation M2
- 11-inch 3rd generation M1
- 11-inch 2nd generation Apple A12Z
- 11-inch 1st generation Apple A12X
- 13-inch (M4)
- 12.9 inch 6th generation M2
- 12.9 inch 5th generation M1
- 12.9 inch 4th generation Apple A12Z
- 12.9 inch 3rd generation Apple A12X
To verify if your iPhone or iPad is compatible with the upcoming iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 updates, navigate to the settings on your device. In the settings menu, look for the ‘General’ tab, then select ‘About’. Here, you will find details about your device’s model number, which can help determine if it qualifies for the new software updates.
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2025-06-10 14:41