Apple Gears Up for iOS 18.7 Ahead of iOS 26 Launch in September

Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.7 for older iPhones in September, just as iOS 26 nears launch. Here’s what to expect from the updates and Apple’s September 9 event.

Edited By: Deepti Ratnam | Published By: Deepti Ratnam | Published: Sep 01, 2025, 10:12 AM (IST)

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Apple is all set for its new iPhone lineup with fresh software updates. While most attention is on iOS 26 this September, the tech giant is also working on iOS 18.7 for older iPhones, such as the iPhone 16, iPhone 15, iPhone 14, iPhone 13, and more. iOS 18.7 will not just be about flashy or new features, but it will also focus on keeping the devices secure and stable.

iOS 18.7 Final Updates for Older iPhones

Apple is expected to roll out iOS 18.7 in September, ahead of iOS 16 becoming available for newer iPhones. The update will mostly fix security loopholes and improve performance in older iPhones.

The update will also mark one of the last times when iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR owners will see new software. These models won’t support iOS 26. Additionally, for users of these devices, iOS 18.7 will help extend the life of their phones with critical fixes.

iOS 26: What’s Coming

While iOS 18.7 will be focused on older iPhones, iOS 26 will be the real highlight of the Apple event on September 9. The iOS 26 is compatible with iPhone 11 and new models, and has been in beta testing for months. It is now closed for its public release.

Following Apple’s usual schedule, the update is likely to arrive around mid-September. Past iOS rollouts have almost always landed in September, making this timeline consistent with Apple’s tradition.

Earlier iOS Release Dates:

iOS 18: September 16, 2024
iOS 17: September 18, 2023
iOS 16: September 12, 2022
iOS 15: September 20, 2021
iOS 14: September 16, 2020

Apple’s September 9 Event: iPhone 17 Series

Alongside the upcoming software updates, Apple is preparing for its much-anticipated “Awe Dropping” event on September 9. The tech giant is all set to reveal its iPhone 17 series, including the standard iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Reports indicate Apple may be phasing out the “Plus” model to introduce the new, ultra-slim iPhone 17 Air as a key highlight of the lineup.