BREAKING: Apple Launched iOS 26-Full List of iPhones Compatible with iOS 26

Apple has officially revealed the list of iPhones compatible with iOS 26 that includes Liquid Glass, Apple Intelligence and some other amazing features and this update brings some big changes not just in features but also in which devices are supported.

If you’re wondering whether your iPhone will get iOS 26, you’re in the right place. Let’s break it all down.

Is iOS 26 Released Yet?

As of now, iOS 26 is only available in beta, only developer can use. The public beta is expected in July 2025, with the full public release arriving mid-September, most likely alongside the iPhone 17 launch.

You can be the first to see how the iPhone 17 will look like:

So, while you can’t download it just yet (unless you’re a developer), knowing if your device qualifies is the first step.

iPhones That Support iOS 26

Only iPhones with A13 Bionic chip or never are eligible. Here’s the complete list:

1. iPhone SE(2nd gen)
2. iPhone 11
3. iPhone 11 Pro
4. iPhone 11 Pro Max
5. iPhone 12
6. iPhone 12 mini
7. iPhone 12 Pro
8. iPhone 12 Pro Max
9. iPhone 13
10. iPhone 13 mini
11. iPhone 13 Pro
12. iPhone 13 Pro Max
13. iPhone 14
14. iPhone 14+
15. iPhone 14 Pro
16. iPhone 14 Pro Max
17. iPhone 15
18. iPhone 15+
19. iPhone 15 Pro Max
20. iPhone 15 Pro Max
21. iPhone 16
22. iPhone 16e
23. iPhone 16+
24. iPhone 16 Pro
25. iPhone 16 Pro Max

⛔️iPhones That are No Longer Support iOS 26

These iPhones will not have the iOS 26 update and are officially cut off:

• iPhone XR
• iPhone XS
• iPhone XS Max
• iPhone X
• iPhone 8
• iPhone 8+
• iPhone 7 and earlier

if you are using any of these, your last major iOS version will be iOS 18.

Bonus: Apple Intelligence (AI) Capability.

Not all iPhones get the full iOS 26 experience. The new Apple Intelligence features like AI-enhanced Siri and writing tools will only be available on:

iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max

iPhone 16 Series

These models pack the powerful A17 Pro and A18 chips needed for the on-device processing AI demands.

Conclusion

If your iPhone is on the supported list, you’re in the clear to enjoy iOS 26 when it drops later September this year. But if you’ve been holding on to an older model especially the iPhone XR, XS, or earlier now might be the time to consider upgrading.

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