Apple continues its tradition of providing annual updates to the operating system, in preparation for the release of iOS 19. According to recent information, every iPhone model that supports iOS 18 will also be compatible with iOS 19. This includes older models such as the iPhone XS and XR, first launched in 2018, giving them another year of support and updates.
iOS 19, unlike previous versions, brings a decision by Apple to extend support for older iPhones, thus ensuring that users can benefit from the new functionalities of iOS 19 without having to replace their devices. However, as usual, certain features may be limited to newer models, guaranteeing optimal performance and user experience.
On the other hand, iPads powered by the A10 chip, from the seventh generation released in 2019, will not be able to benefit from the update to iPadOS 19. Apple has established that the minimum specifications for iPadOS 19 will include the A12 chip, which means that users of older iPads must plan their purchases accordingly.
However, the rest of the iPad users can rest easy because they will receive another full year of free software updates, improving the functionality of their devices.
iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 are scheduled to be introduced to the Apple Developer Program starting in June 2025. The public release is expected around September 2025, followed by one year of continuous support until September 2026. This planning ensures that users have enough time to adapt to the new updates and to make the most of the new functionalities offered.
Specific details about the features that will be included in iOS 19 are not yet revealed. However, there are speculations that many of the new functions could require advanced technologies such as Apple Intelligence. If these features become standard, hardware support may be limited to newer models, emphasizing the importance of updating devices to benefit from the latest innovations.
