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Apple might drop assist for the iPhone XS and iPhone XR with iOS 19 this yr. This contradicts earlier rumors, which indicated iOS 19 may go with the identical set of iPhones as iOS 18.
The iPhone XS lineup launched in September 2018, operating iOS 12 out of the field.
iPhone XS and iPhone XR might stay caught on iOS 18
Apple usually supplies software program assist for its units for six to seven years. Since its launch in 2018, the iPhone XS and iPhone XR have loved constant updates. However that cycle might cease with iOS 19‘s launch later this yr.
A personal account on X with an correct observe file of Apple leaks claims iOS 19 won’t assist iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max. All these units use Apple’s A12 Bionic chip. It is going to be suitable with iPhone 11 and newer fashions, together with the iPhone SE (2nd gen).
Do be aware that simply because Apple plans to convey iOS 19 to the iPhone 11 lineup, they’ll achieve entry to all the brand new options. Whereas iOS 18 launched Apple Intelligence, solely iPhone 15 Professional and newer fashions can entry it. Likewise, many new options in iOS 19 will solely come to latest and extra highly effective iPhones.
The leaker didn’t present any particulars about iPadOS 19 compatibility. Nonetheless, if an earlier report is correct, the replace might not assist the Seventh-generation iPad.
iOS 19 may introduce a giant design revamp
With Apple fighting its AI efforts, experiences point out iOS 19 will stand out for its refreshed design. The OS will seemingly get a vision-OS impressed glassy design, with up to date icons, menus, apps, home windows and system buttons. It is going to apparently be one of many largest redesigns in iOS historical past.
Apple will solely deal with the visible overhaul and never introduce any important new performance adjustments in iOS 19. The identical visible adjustments may even carry over to iPadOS 19 and macOS 16.
Supply: MacRumors