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Apple iOS
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Operating SystemsLatest Version: 26.6.1Latest Release: Aug 17, 2026
iOS is Apple's mobile operating system that powers iPhone devices with a focus on security and user experience.
Support summary
Apple iOS has cycles in security-only maintenance. Production workloads should move toward actively supported releases.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
No announced EOL date is currently listed.
Supported cycles
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Versions
15
Latest Version
26.6.1
Active Support
1
EOL
11
Lifecycle Timeline
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Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Sep 15, 2025 | Yes | No | 26.6.1 | No | Active |
| 18 | Sep 16, 2024 | Sep 15, 2025 | No | 18.7.10 | No | Security |
| 17 | Sep 18, 2023 | Sep 16, 2024 | May 13, 2025 | 17.7.7 | No | EOL |
| 16 | Sep 12, 2022 | Sep 18, 2023 | No | 16.7.16 | No | Security |
| 15 | Sep 20, 2021 | Sep 12, 2022 | No | 15.8.8 | No | Security |
| 14 | Sep 16, 2020 | Sep 20, 2021 | Oct 26, 2021 | 14.8.1 | No | EOL |
| 13 | Sep 19, 2019 | Sep 16, 2020 | Sep 16, 2020 | 13.7 | No | EOL |
| 12 | Sep 17, 2018 | Sep 19, 2019 | Jan 26, 2026 | 12.5.8 | No | EOL |
| 11 | Sep 19, 2017 | Sep 17, 2018 | Oct 8, 2018 | 11.4.1 | No | EOL |
| 10 | Sep 13, 2016 | Sep 19, 2017 | Jul 22, 2019 | 10.3.4 | No | EOL |
| 9 | Sep 16, 2015 | Sep 13, 2016 | Jul 22, 2019 | 9.3.6 | No | EOL |
| 8 | Sep 17, 2014 | Sep 16, 2015 | Sep 30, 2015 | 8.4.1 | No | EOL |
| 7 | Sep 18, 2013 | Sep 17, 2014 | Oct 20, 2014 | 7.1.2 | No | EOL |
| 6 | Sep 19, 2012 | Sep 18, 2013 | Sep 26, 2013 | 6.1.6 | No | EOL |
| 5 | Oct 12, 2011 | Sep 19, 2012 | Nov 1, 2012 | 5.1.1 | No | EOL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Apple iOS have reached end of life?
The following Apple iOS versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 17, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8 (and 3 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Apple iOS 17?
Apple iOS 17 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Apple iOS?
The latest version of Apple iOS is 26.6.1, released in the 26 release cycle.
How many versions of Apple iOS are currently supported?
Apple iOS currently has 4 actively supported version(s): 26, 18, 16, 15.
When does Apple iOS 26 reach end of life?
Apple iOS 26 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Apple iOS reaches end of life?
When a Apple iOS version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.