Apple iOS 18.6 Update Released: Full List of Supported iPhones, Security Fixes, and Step-By-Step Guide on How to Download

Apple has finally rolled out its much-anticipated update-iOS 18.6, with several bug fixes, improvements, and updates. However, the release doesn’t come with any major design updates, but it still plays a crucial role in improving the device’s stability, privacy, and other features that make a difference in overall performance.

If you are someone who values tight security and smoother functionality, then you can absolutely go for the iOS 18.6 update. In this article, we will delve into what are the new features and updates introduced with iOS 18.6, how to download it, and what the compatible devices are for it.

For those in the European Union, this update also helps Apple meet some regional compliance standards.

iOS 18.6 Eligible Device List:

• iPhone XS
• iPhone XS Plus
• iPhone XR
• iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
• iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation)
• iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
• iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
• iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
• iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
• iPhone 16e

It is important to note that while iOS 18.6 is supporting to all these models, but the upcoming iOS 26 will drop its support for the iPhones XS, XR, and XS Plus.

Check Out Latest Features and Updates in iOS 18.6:

One of the main focuses of this update was improving more than 24 security patches that helps in keeping your iPhone stable and secure. Additionally, the tech giant has also fixed several bugs that includes a issue with the Photos app. The problem in the Photos app stopped iPhone users to share their Memory Movies.

Other than this, there are 8 security patches that are linked directly to the Safari’s WebKit engine. However, two updates improve accessibility functions including VoiceOver reading passcodes.

While no new visual or interactive features were introduced, some beta versions had hints of features like a Junk Messages folder and improved AirTag performance. However, these didn’t make it into the final release.

Here’ How to Download: Step-by-Step Guide

STEP 1: The first step is to open Settings option on your iPhone

STEP 2: Then head straight to the General option

STEP 3: Now, you have to select Software Update under the General option.

STEP 4: Tap Download and Install

STEP5: Make sure you are following the on-screen instructions and wait for the update to finish

STEP 6: The update is around 1.07GB in size and installs fairly quickly on most devices.