It is that time of the year again, when Apple users clutch on tightly to their iPhones, waiting for the next iOS update to drop. And this time, there is a lot to look forward to, with new icon theming, redesigned Control Center, Photos app, and not to forget, RCS on iMessage. Plus all the features that are coming with Apple Intelligence. So, if you want to know when the new update will be available on your iPhone or iPad, keep reading to find out the iOS 18 release date and time.
iOS 18 Release Date
Apple announced during its Glowtime iPhone 16 launch event that the iOS 18 update will arrive on September 16, 2024, for compatible devices. The iPadOS 18 will also come out at the same time. This synchronization means users can expect a cohesive experience across Apple devices with the latest software features.
During their WWDC event held in June, Apple released the beta versions of both iOS 18 and iPadOS. This early access allowed eager users and developers to explore the new features and provide feedback ahead of the official release. If you can’t wait to experience these updates, you can use this guide to install the iOS 18 beta on your iPhone.
iOS 18 Release Time
Here’s the iOS 18 release time in various time zones. Please note that all the mentioned timings are for Monday, September 16, 2024.
- Alaska: 09:00 a.m. AKDT
- Australia (Northern Territory): 02:30 a.m. ACST (Tuesday, 17th September)
- Australia: 3:00 a.m. AEST (Tuesday, 17th September)
- Belgium: 07:00 p.m. CEST
- Brazil: 02:00 p.m. BRT
- Canada: 1:00 p.m. EDT
- China: 1:00 a.m. CST (Tuesday, 17th September)
- France: 07:00 p.m. PDT
- Germany: 07:00 p.m. CEST
- India: 10:30 p.m. IST
- Japan: 2:00 a.m. (Tuesday, 17th September)
- Russia: 8:00 p.m. MSK
- Singapore: 01:00 a.m. GST (Tuesday, 17th September)
- South Africa: 07:00 p.m. SAST
- United Arab Emirates: 9:00 p.m. GST
- United Kingdom: 06:30 p.m. BST
- United States: 10:00 a.m. PST
iOS 18 Supported Devices
All the iPhones that received the iOS 17 update are also eligible to get iOS 18. This includes the older iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max, extending all the way to the last year’s iPhone 15 series. The newly released iPhone 16 lineup will come equipped with the latest software right out of the box, ensuring users have access to the newest features immediately.
- iPhone XR, XS, XS Max
- iPhone 11 Series
- iPhone 12 Series
- iPhone 13 Series
- iPhone 14 Series
- iPhone 15 Series
- iPhone SE (2nd gen or later)
As for iPadOS 18, all models starting from the iPad 2019 to the recent iPad Pro M4 will receive the new update. However, only the more recent devices will support the new Apple Intelligence features. For further information, you can check the list of supported iPad models.
So now that you know the release date and time, all we have to do is mark the calendar and wait with anticipation! I am genuinely excited about iOS and iPadOS 18 this year. The new Calculator app for iPads and the customization options Apple is introducing are just a couple of highlights that I’m looking forward to. What features are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below!
