Apple just dropped iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, and the big question on everyone’s mind is: Will my iPhone support iOS 26? If you’re planning to test the beta or wait for the final release this fall, here’s the full list of iOS 26 compatible iPhones you need to check before updating.
Which iPhones Support iOS 26?
The new iOS 26 update marks a shift from the expected iOS 19, bringing not just a new name, but also major features and UI changes. The developer beta of iOS 26 is already live, and the public release is expected later this year. But not all iPhones will be getting the upgrade.
Here’s the full list of iOS 26 supported iPhones:
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE 2nd Gen
- iPhone SE 3rd Gen
Older models like the iPhone X and earlier have officially been dropped from the update cycle this time.
Related: iOS 26 Beta 1, iPadOS 26 Beta 1 OTA Update: How to Download and Install
What About the iPod Touch?
If you’re still using an iPod touch, only the 7th-generation model is technically eligible, though Apple has largely phased out new software support for it.
Final Thoughts
If your iPhone is listed above, you’re good to go when iOS 26 beta or final version rolls out. For everyone else, this might be the sign it’s time for an upgrade. And if you also use an iPad, check out this guide on iPadOS 26 compatibility: iPadOS 26 Beta Compatible iPad Models List
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