March 27, 2024 – In the wee hours of today, Apple Inc. made a momentous announcement, revealing that the highly anticipated Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 will take place from June 10 to June 14, Pacific Time. The theme for this year’s conference is speculated to be Artificial Intelligence, underscoring the tech giant’s increasing focus on this transformative technology.
At the conference, Apple is expected to unveil its next-generation operating systems, including iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15, tvOS 18, as well as watchOS 11 and visionOS 2. Among these, iOS 18 has garnered the most significant attention from consumers.
Rumors are swirling that iOS 18 may incorporate generative AI technology, potentially marking it as one of the most substantial updates in Apple’s history. Prominent tech journalist Mark Gurman has even gone on record to state that Apple internally views iOS 18 as its most critical upgrade ever.
According to a leak from MacRumors, iOS 18 will support upgrades for 24 device models, matching the compatibility of iOS 17. The comprehensive list includes:
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 XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone SE 2, and iPhone SE 3.
It’s worth noting that iOS 18 may be the last major upgrade for the iPhone XR, indicating a potential end of support for the device in future updates.
As Apple prepares to take the stage at WWDC 2024, the excitement surrounding its upcoming operating systems, particularly iOS 18, is reaching a fever pitch. With the integration of AI and other innovative features, Apple is poised to once again revolutionize the mobile experience for its loyal user base.
