Devices Eligible for iOS 18 Upgrade Will Also Support iOS 19 Coming Next September

In a break from tradition, Apple's yearly iOS updates typically phase out support for older devices due to potential performance constraints. It's a well-known fact that with each update, some iPhones might start showing signs of lag, leading to a hesitance among some users to upgrade.

However, according to a recent report by the French tech site iPhoneSoft, the upcoming iOS 19, slated for release in September 2025, will not drop support for any device currently running iOS 18.

Not All Features for All Devices

Being able to upgrade doesn't guarantee access to all new features. For instance, only the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 series could utilize AI functionalities in iOS 18, leaving other models without this capability.

A Different Story for iPadOS 19

The situation with iPadOS 19 appears to be diverging, as it might end support for several older iPads that are currently iOS 18 compatible. The exact list of supported devices has yet to be announced. Devices like the iPad Mini 5 may no longer receive updates with iPadOS 19.

Devices Eligible for iOS 19 Upgrade:

• iPhone 16 series
• iPhone 15 series
• iPhone 14 series
• iPhone 13 series
• iPhone 12 series
• iPhone 11 series
• iPhone Xr
• iPhone Xs and Xs Max
• iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation)