On September 16, Apple will release iOS 18, a major update to the operating system for the iPhone. The new version of iOS will bring users expanded options for customizing the home screen, a redesigned Control Center and a number of other improvements. This update will be available for a wide range of Apple devices, from the iPhone XR to the latest iPhone 16 Pro Max models.
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This falls in line with the company’s traditional schedule of releasing major iOS updates in mid-September. iOS 18 contains many significant innovations, among which special attention is paid to advanced home screen customization. Now users will be able to freely place application icons and widgets in any part of the screen, change their size and shape, color the icons in the chosen colors, and create unique pages with individual layouts.
Particular attention is paid to the redesigned Control Center, which has a modular structure and support for third-party applications. Users will be able to customize controls, group them by ease of use, and quickly switch between them. All these changes are aimed at increasing the flexibility of working with the device, optimizing processes and accelerating access to the most popular functions. Although Apple has not revealed all the details of iOS 18, the update is expected to include a number of other improvements.
It is important to note the broad compatibility of iOS 18 with devices of previous generations:
– IPhone XR
– IPhone XS и XS Max
– IPhone 11
– IPhone 11 Pro и 11 Pro Max
– IPhone 12 и 12 mini
– IPhone 12 Pro и 12 Pro Max
– IPhone 13 и 13 mini
– IPhone 13 Pro и 13 Pro Max
– IPhone 14 и 14 Plus
– IPhone 14 Pro и 14 Pro Max
– IPhone 15 и 15 Plus
– IPhone 15 Pro и 15 Pro Max
– IPhone 16 и 16 Plus
– IPhone 16 Pro и 16 Pro Max
– IPhone SE (2nd generation)
– IPhone SE (3rd generation)
This extensive list of compatible devices demonstrates Apple’s commitment to long-term support for its products and its commitment to ensuring as many users have access to the latest features as possible.