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The rumor mill is once again bubbling in the world of Apple, and this time the speculation revolves around the upcoming iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 updates. With possible improvements and new features that could enrich the user experience on iPhones and iPads, expectations are high.
As one of the world's leading technology brands, every announcement from Apple triggers a wave of excitement and speculation. With the recent leaks and rumors about iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, the excitement is building as users worldwide eagerly await what the upcoming updates will bring.
iOS 18: These iPhone models will be supported
According to the latest rumors, iOS 18 is expected to be compatible with a number of iPhone models, including of course the current iPhone 15, iPhone 14 and even older models like the iPhone XS and the second and third generation iPhone SE. This information comes from a post on X shared by a private account known for distributing precise build numbers of upcoming iOS updates (via MacRumors). Although the post has since been deleted, reliable sources suggest that iOS 18 could have similar compatibility to its predecessor iOS 17.
iPadOS 18: These devices should be taken into account by Apple
On the other hand, iPadOS 18 is expected to drop support for older iPad models with the A10X Fusion chip. This was also mentioned in the said post on X. iPadOS 18 is expected to be compatible with models such as the iPad Pro (2018 and later), iPad Air (2019 and later), iPad mini (2019 and later), and the entry-level iPad (2020 and later). The official announcement of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 is expected to be made during Apple's annual developer conference WWDC in June, followed by the release of the update for all compatible devices in September. Rumors so far suggest that the updates could introduce a number of exciting new features, including generative AI capabilities for Siri, RCS support in the Messages app, and possible design changes that could further improve the user experience.
WWDC 2024 is expected to take place in June
As rumors and speculation about iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 continue to circulate, anticipation is building among iPhone and iPad users worldwide. We eagerly await the official unveiling and release of these updates, and we are excited to see how they will further improve the user experience on our beloved devices. Until then, we will continue to follow the discussions and expectations in the Apple community and look forward to what the future holds for iOS and iPadOS. Looking for new accessories? Then take a look in our Amazon Storefront - there you will find numerous products from leading providers, also for HomeKit and Co.! (Photo by Unsplash / Dennis Brendel)
