Apple patches ancient iOS versions to keep iMessage, FaceTime, other services working

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 ...

4 exclusive iOS 26.3 features Americans won't be getting

There are several new features you may be anticipating with iOS 26.3. However, if you're in the U.S., you may not receive a ...

Apple drops unexpected iOS update, including older models—full device list

Apple surprises users with unexpected update, quietly reviving older iPhones and iPads.

Is iOS 26 a flop? Why so many people are sticking with iOS 18 in 2026

Many iPhone users are still tapping 'Remind Me Later' on iOS 26. Is it design concerns, early bugs, or a lack of must-have features? Let's look at the data.

AirTag refresh prompts mass updates of older iOS, iPadOS versions

The introduction of a new AirTag has led Apple to issue updates for multiple older versions of iOS and iPadOS, all to ...

Apple abruptly halts latest iOS rollout—what might be behind it

Apple abruptly halted the rollout of its latest iOS update. Here's what to know.