Skip to Content
'); } if (!hideAdsCheck() && !window.forum_logged_in) { document.write('
'); }
by Joe Rossignol
Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.7 for compatible iPhone models, according to evidence of the update in the MacRumors visitor logs.
We expect iOS 18.7 to be released in September, alongside iOS 26. The update will likely include fixes for security vulnerabilities, but little else.
iOS 18.7 will be one of the final updates ever released for the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR, as those devices are not compatible with iOS 26.
iOS 26 is compatible with the iPhone 11 and newer.
Following months of beta testing, iOS 26 is finally nearing a release, with the update likely to be made available to the general public around the middle of September.
| iOS Version | Release Date |
|---|---|
| iOS 18 | Monday, September 16, 2024 |
| iOS 17 | Monday, September 18, 2023 |
| iOS 16 | Monday, September 12, 2022 |
| iOS 15 | Monday, September 20, 2021 |
| iOS 14 | Wednesday, September 16, 2020 |
Related Roundups: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, iOS 26, iPadOS 26
Related Forums: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, iOS 26
[ 33 comments ]
Popular Stories
iPhone 17 Release Date, Pre-Orders, and What to Expect
Thursday August 28, 2025 4:08 am PDT by Tim Hardwick
An iPhone 17 announcement is a dead cert for September 2025 – Apple has already sent out invites for an "Awe dropping" event on Tuesday, September 9 at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. The timing follows Apple's trend of introducing new iPhone models annually in the fall. At the event, Apple is expected to unveil its new-generation iPhone 17, an all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17...
Read Full Article • 56 comments
Apple and Samsung Push Back Against Xiaomi's Bold India Ads
Friday August 29, 2025 4:54 am PDT by Tim Hardwick
Apple and Samsung have reportedly issued cease-and-desist notices to Xiaomi in India for an ad campaign that directly compares the rivals' devices to Xiaomi's products. The two companies have threatened the Chinese vendor with legal action, calling the ads "disparaging."Ads have appeared in local print media and on social media that take pot shots at the competitors' premium offerings. One...
Read Full Article • 207 comments
iPhone 17 Pro Clear Case Leak Reveals Three Key Changes
Sunday August 31, 2025 1:26 pm PDT by Joe Rossignol
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series on Tuesday, September 9, and last-minute rumors about the devices continue to surface.The latest info comes from a leaker known as Majin Bu, who has shared alleged images of Apple's Clear Case for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, or at least replicas.Image Credit: @MajinBuOfficial The images show three alleged changes compared to Apple's iP...
Read Full Article • 72 comments
The MacRumors Show: iPhone 17's 'Awe Dropping' Accessories
Friday August 29, 2025 8:12 am PDT by Hartley Charlton
Following the announcement of Apple's upcoming "Awe dropping" event, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show we talk through all of the new accessories rumored to debut alongside the iPhone 17 lineup. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos We take a closer look at Apple's invite for "Awe dropping;" the design could hint at the iPhone 17's new thermal system with ...
Read Full Article • 20 comments
Top Rated Comments
ZipZilla
15 hours ago at 04:46 pm
Apple deserve a lot of their criticism, but on this count, they are leading the way. When you buy an iPhone, you are guaranteed 7 years of updates and that is impressive. google and Samsung are now offering it, but they wouldn't have without Apple
Score: 24 Votes (Like | Disagree)
russell_314
13 hours ago at 06:32 pm
“this update is for security fixes ….”When will the security fixes finally get fixed?
When bad people stop doing bad things. That means never.
Score: 10 Votes (Like | Disagree)
bassjunky
12 hours ago at 07:29 pm
I'm happy I've not felt the need to upgrade in years; my wife's 12, my 13, my two daughter's 14s. All work fine. Like my truck, I will run my phone into the ground before I need to upgrade. I'm gettin' old, I don't need the latest and greatest anymore.
Score: 9 Votes (Like | Disagree)
youteonduty
14 hours ago at 05:08 pm
and maybe slows things down on the old hardware :p
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
cybercommand
13 hours ago at 06:36 pm
There are still many bugs they need to address
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
munpip214
13 hours ago at 06:08 pm
Once this comes out, I’ll be about ready to upgrade to iOS16 ?
Score: 7 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Read All Comments
'); }
Next Article
Apple Pencil Pro Rolling Out in Apple's Refurbished Store at a Discount
