When iOS 19 arrives in 2025, expect that it will pack a lot of new Artificial Intelligence and Apple Vision Pro features. Of course, with iOS 18 not announced yet, it's hard to say exactly what iOS 19 will hold. Still, here's an early look at what iOS 19 could deliver, which we'll update as rumors and news develop.
When Will iOS 19 Be Released?
The iOS 19 release date isn't known yet, but Apple is pretty consistent in releasing new versions of iOS. By looking at when the last few versions were released, we can make some educated guesses about the iOS 19 release date. The last three versions of the iOS were released on:
- iOS 17: Sept. 28, 2023
- iOS 16: Sept. 12, 2022
- iOS 15: Sept. 20, 2021
Given that, it's a pretty fair bet that iOS 19 will be available to the public in mid-to-late Sept. 2025.
Lifewire's Release Date Estimate
New versions of the iOS tend to debut along with new versions of the iPhone, so expect to see iOS 19 in Sept. 2025 around the debut of the iPhone 17.
iOS 19 Price Rumors
There's only one thing to say when it comes to the price of iOS 19: It's going to be free.
Every iOS upgrade that Apple has ever released has been free. There's no reason to think that will change with iOS 19.
iOS 19 Features
With iOS 18 not yet announced (we're tracking iOS 18 rumors), there's no news, and few rumors, about iOS 19. It's too soon.
Rest assured, iOS 19 rumors are coming and, when they do, we'll update this article. In the meantime, here's some informed speculation as to what kinds of features iOS 19 might include:
- AI Everywhere. Integrating Artificial Intelligence is going to be one of the big themes in the next few years in tech. Expect to see new AI features every place in iOS 19 that Apple can think of them.
- AI Enhancements to Photos, Videos, Siri, Messages, and Music. Some of the most obvious places to see AI will be in pre-loaded apps like Photos, Videos, Siri, Messages, and Music. Exactly what those features will be is hard to say, but expect further optimizations to already-great apps.
- Generative AI in Photos and Videos. One way AI could show up in iOS 19 is the integration of Generative AI photo and video tools into Apple's native apps. It might be a little soon for those features on the iPhone (they require a huge amount of processor horsepower, which not even the iPhone may be able to deliver), but it's not totally out of the question.
- AI Chatbot. Rumors have it that a chatbot interface on the iPhone won't be how Apple delivers AI in iOS 18, but we might see something like that in iOS 19. Whether that's a revamped version of Siri or a totally new way to interact with the iPhone remains to be seen.
- AI on iPhone, Not in the Cloud. In keeping with its commitment to customer privacy, Apple likes to do as much data processing on the iPhone as it can, rather than sending data to the cloud. The iPhone might not yet have the processing power to do a lot of AI locally, but expect Apple to tout its AI privacy features.
- Apple Vision Pro Integrations. The Apple Vision Pro headset is Apple's newest major new piece of hardware. Integration with the iPhone—both using the phone for creating Apple Vision Pro content and features migrating from the headset to the phone—will be a theme in coming years, likely including with iOS 19.
How big a step forward iOS 19 is will depend on what iOS 18 delivers. If iOS 18 is a major advancement, as rumored, iOS 19 may be more focused on polishing and optimizing iOS 18's features. But, if iOS 18 doesn't jump ahead as much as some think, then those advancements will likely come with iOS 19.
iOS 19 Supported Devices
While Apple hasn't said anything about device support for iOS 19, a look at the company's recent track record gives us some hints.
When iOS 17 debuted (alongside the iPhone 15), it supported models going back 5 years from its release date: iOS 17 debuted in 2023 and the oldest iPhone model it supported was the iPhone XS/XR series, which debuted in 2018. That's fairly consistent with other recent versions of the iOS.
If that pattern holds, when iOS 19 is released in 2025, it should support models from as far back as 2020. That means it would likely support the iPhone 12 series and newer, but would drop support for the iPhone XS/XR series and iPhone 11 series.
The Latest News About iOS 19
There's lots more ofthe latest smartphone news from Lifewire. Here are some articles that could be relevant to iOS 19:
Is Vision Pro the Future of Computing, or a Dystopian Mind Prison?
How Apple's On-Device AI Can Be So Much Better Than GPT-4
Apple's Big Push for AI—Here's Why It Could Change the Way You Use Tech
FAQs
Introduced in September 2024, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are Apple's current flagship phones, sold alongside the higher-end iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are the right iPhones for most people, and now is a good time to buy.
What devices will get iOS 19? ›
iOS 19 has support for:
- iPhone 11 (limited support)
- iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max (limited support)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation) (limited support)
- iPhone 12 and 12 Mini.
- iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max.
- iPhone 13 and 13 Mini.
- iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max.
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
iPhone 17 series price
| Apple iPhone model | Starting price, regardless of storage |
|---|
| iPhone 17 Pro | $1,099* |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | $1,199* |
| iPhone 17 Slim\Ultra\Air | $1,299* |
| iPhone 16 | $799 |
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iPhone 17: Expected price and release date
For more than a decade, every numbered iPhone has been revealed in September (barring the iPhone 12, which was pushed back a month due to COVID-19). In other words, it's extremely likely the iPhone 17 will be unveiled in September 2025, with a release a week or so afterward.
What iPhone will stop updating in 2025? ›
Last expected update per model
| Expected last iOS update | Year introduced |
|---|
| Refurbished iPhone 12 | September 2025 | 2020 |
| Refurbished iPhone 12 Mini | September 2025 | 2020 |
| Refurbished iPhone 13 (Mini, Pro, Pro Max) | September 2026 | 2021 |
| Refurbished iPhone SE 2022 | September 2027 | 2022 |
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Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman writes: "As early as the beginning of 2025, Apple will launch a new iPhone SE — the first upgrade to its low-end phone since 2022. This model will look like an iPhone 14, with a crisper OLED display that stretches across the full device.
Will Apple Intelligence be free? ›
Users can access ChatGPT for free without creating an account, and ChatGPT's data-use policies apply for those who choose to connect their account. Apple Intelligence will be available as a free software update.
Which phones won't get iOS 19? ›
If that pattern holds, when iOS 19 is released in 2025, it should support models from as far back as 2020. That means it would likely support the iPhone 12 series and newer, but would drop support for the iPhone XS/XR series and iPhone 11 series.
Which device will get iOS 17? ›
Who can download iOS 17? Owners of newer iPhones, such as the iPhone XR, XS and XS Max, the iPhone 11, iPhone SE (second generation and up), iPhone 12, iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 can download iOS 17, Apple's website shows. However, earlier model iPhones will not support the system update.
How many GB RAM is an iPhone 17? ›
Multiple sources, including supply chain analyst Jeff Pu and reliable Weibo leaker “Phone Chip Expert” have highlighted that next year's iPhone 17 family will all ship with 12 GB of RAM to support on-device generative AI software. That's 4 GB more than the limited memory shipping with next month's cohort.
The devices were announced on September 12, 2023, during the Apple Event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California alongside the higher-priced iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. Pre-orders began on September 15, 2023, and the devices were made available on September 22, 2023.
When I phone 16 out? ›
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will be available in five bold colours: black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine. Pre-orders begin Friday, 13 September, with availability beginning Friday, 20 September.
What to expect from iPhone 17 Pro Max? ›
The iPhone 17 Pro Max, expected in 2025, will have 12GB of DRAM and a hybrid cooling system, enhancing AI capabilities and performance, according to Ming-Chi Kuo.
Will there ever be an iPhone 16? ›
iPhone 16 comes with a revamped design. Going back to the design language of the iPhone X, the iPhone 16 base models will have a dual-camera setup that will be housed inside a capsule island. The iPhone 16 will have a 6.1-inch display while the iPhone 16 Plus will have a 6.7-inch display.
Will the iPhone 17 have 120Hz? ›
ProMotion Display in Every iPhone 17
A report from MacRumors says every iPhone 17 may use ProMotion display tech bringing a 120Hz refresh rate. ProMotion allows smoother scrolling gaming and media use. So far only the Pro models use it but now every iPhone 17 could have it.
Which iPhone is the best to buy in 2024? ›
The iPhone 15 is the best option for most people among the current models. It's a big update over the iPhone 14 in features and performance, and it uses the A16 Bionic chipset and Dynamic Island feature introduced in the iPhone 14 Pro.
What iPhone will it be in 2026? ›
According to a report from analyst Jeff Pu (seen by MacRumors and 9to5Mac), 2026 may be the year that Apple releases not just one, but two folding devices: a folding iPhone, as well as a folding iPad/Mac hybrid device. This isn't the first time we've heard about a folding iPhone.
Will the iPhone 7 still work in 2024? ›
Mainstream software support for the iPhone 7 was dropped when iOS 16 was released. But, it still receives iOS 15 security updates (as of January 22, 2024). The current version of iOS to support iPhone 7 is iOS 15.8.3.
