iOS
iOS is the mobile operating system used by Apple’s iPhones. First introduced with the original iPhone in 2007, the software has remained a feature of every iPhone released in the years since, and continues to provide the basis for other Apple operating systems including iPadOS, tvOS and watchOS.
Apple's App Store serves as the centerpiece of its iOS mobile operating system, with the company’s virtual marketplace now containing more than 2 million apps optimized for the platform.
New versions of iOS are released annually – typically ahead of new iPhone launches – with iOS 17 expected to replace iOS 16 in September 2023.
Latest about iOS
iPhone 15 Pro owners can use Apple Intelligence already thanks to the iOS 18.1 beta – here's how to install it
By Jamie Richards published
A new release of the iOS 18.1 developer beta 3 will bring the first of Apple’s AI features to the iPhone 16 lineup from day one.
iOS 18: new features, release date, and everything you need to know
By Axel Metz last updated
Updated iOS 18 is set for a September 16 release. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming iPhone update.
Bad news: two of the best Apple Intelligence features might be delayed until iOS 18.2
By Axel Metz published
Apple is reportedly planning to hold the release of Image Playground and Genmoji until iOS 18.2 later this year.
iOS 18 is bringing live sports scores to your iPhone lock screen
By Jamie Richards published
iOS 18 and watchOS 11 will bring live sports scores to iPhone and Apple Watch lock screens through the free Apple Sports app.
New iOS 18 beta will be the last before the iPhone 16 launches – here’s how to try it
By Alex Blake published
A tipster has suggested that Apple’s latest iOS 18 beta could be the final update before iOS 18 launches in full.
Apple welcomes back PC emulators on iOS – but are they here to stay?
By Max Delaney published
New App Store rules now allow fans of old PC games to enjoy them on an iPhone… again.
iOS 18 now lets you shoot videos while listening to music or podcasts
By James Rogerson published
Recording a video won't pause your audio with iOS 18, so you can listen and shoot at the same time.
Apple Intelligence hands on - iOS 18.1 dev beta gives us an early look at a smarter Siri and more
By Lance Ulanoff published
iOS 18.1 Dev Beta isn't for consumers, but we can show you some of the ways Apple Intelligence will change how you use your iPhone.
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