iOS 18: new features, compatible devices, and everything you need to know

Apple debuted iOS 18 at WWDC 2024, and the highly anticipated software update is now finally rolling out across compatible devices.

As for what to expect from iOS 18, it brings significant upgrades to core iPhone apps including Mail, Messages, Photos, Maps, and Wallet, while entirely new AI tools are headed to the best iPhones (i.e. the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and the iPhone 16 line) via Apple's new Apple Intelligence feature suite.

Below, we've detailed the iOS 18 release date, the key iOS 18 features, and a list of iOS-compatible compatible devices.

Cut to the chase

• What is it? The latest major iOS release
• When did it come out? September 16, 2024
• How much does it cost? It's a free upgrade

iOS 18: release date

iOS 18 began rolling out to compatible devices on September 16, 2024, though the ...