LATEST STABLE RELEASE

iOS 26.6.1

Released August 17, 2026. Apple lists this as the current stable iOS release, compatible with 29 official device-list entries.

Does my iPhone support it?Supported
Latest stableiOS 26.6.1
ReleasedAugust 17, 2026
Official compatibility list29 entries
Confidence97%
WHAT’S NEW

Features that depend on your device

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ChatGPT integration within experiences like Siri, Writing Tools, and Image Playground

ChatGPT integration within experiences like Siri, Writing Tools, and Image Playground is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Genmoji

Genmoji is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Image Playground

Image Playground is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Image Wand (iOS and iPadOS only)

Image Wand (iOS and iPadOS only) is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Live Translation in Messages

Live Translation in Messages is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Live Translation in Phone, and FaceTime

Live Translation in Phone, and FaceTime is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Live Translation with AirPods (iOS only)

Live Translation with AirPods (iOS only) is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Siri enhancements, like product knowledge, more resilient request handling, more natural voice, and the ability to type to Siri

Siri enhancements, like product knowledge, more resilient request handling, more natural voice, and the ability to type to Siri is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Use Apple Intelligence models in Shortcuts

Use Apple Intelligence models in Shortcuts is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
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Writing Tools

Writing Tools is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
Other

Auto-categorize in Reminders

Auto-categorize in Reminders is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
Other

Clean Up in Photos

Clean Up in Photos is an Apple Intelligence capability whose availability depends on Apple's device, language, and region requirements.

3 structured requirements
COMPATIBLE IPHONES

Check the three-device validation slice

Iphone 17 →Iphone 16 →Iphone 13 →
See all 29 official list entries
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 13
  • iPhone 13 Pro
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13 mini
  • iPhone 14
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15
  • iPhone 15 Plus
  • iPhone 15 Pro
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16
  • iPhone 16 Plus
  • iPhone 16 Pro
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16e
  • iPhone 17
  • iPhone 17 Pro
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max
  • iPhone Air
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation and later)
SHOULD YOU UPDATE?

Stable security updates generally favor updating.

The checker applies a deterministic rule: compatible stable release + important security update + no severe confirmed issue means Update now. A paused rollout or severe confirmed issue means Wait.

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HOW TO UPDATE

Update safely

Before you update

  • Back up your iPhone
  • Connect to a reliable Wi-Fi network
  • Keep the iPhone connected to power when practical
  • Make sure enough storage is available

How to update

  1. Open Settings
  2. Tap General
  3. Tap Software Update
  4. If an update is offered, tap Download and Install and follow the onscreen instructions

Troubleshooting

  • Only compatible updates appear
  • If the newest release is not offered, first install any required intermediate update
KNOWN ISSUES & FIXES

Confirmed, not crowded

No issue is currently confirmed by the official sources in this Vertical Slice. Tephone does not invent “common issues” to fill the module.

No verified fixed-issue relation is published yet.

SECURITY & RECOVERY

Important security update

Apple recommends keeping software current for security. Apple also states that an installed iOS update cannot be downgraded to the previous version; Tephone does not publish a generic downgrade guide.

SOURCES & VERIFICATION

Official Apple evidence

Release, compatibility and feature requirements were verified on August 28, 2026. Each relationship keeps its source snapshot and immutable revision.

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