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When Apple stops supporting older iPhones and iPads with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, it usually isn’t the end of the line—Apple keeps releasing new security-only patches for those devices for another year or two, keeping them usable while their hardware is still reasonably capable.
OS 26 adoption now hovers at around 50%, according to StatCounter, but some users are still cautious about updating. New data published by SellCell provides a look at how users have responded to the push to update to iOS 26.
Based on reporting from sources including Bloomberg and The Information, Apple has two clear focuses for iOS 27: Integrating new AI features throughout the operating system. Fixing bugs, improving performance, and boosting stability.
Seamless data transfer, RCS encryption, better battery life, and more. Learn what’s new for iPhone users in this update.
Apple has moved on to its third round of developer betas for iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, visionOS 26.3, and macOS Tahoe 26.3.