IOS 26 Beta 5: iPhone Eligibility Checklist
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iPadOS 26 Compatibility:
Eligible Devices: iPadOS 26 is compatible with the following iPad models:
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)
iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later)
iPad Air (3rd generation and later, including M2 and M3 chips)
iPad (8th generation and later, including A16 chip)
iPad mini (5th generation and later, including A17 Pro chip)
iOS 26 (and using older iPhones):
Continuing with Older iPhones: You can continue using an older iPhone not supported by iOS 26.
Risks of Staying on Older iOS:
Security Risks: You’ll miss out on security updates, making your phone vulnerable to malware and threats.
App Compatibility: Some apps may stop working if they require a newer iOS version.
Missing Features: You won’t have access to the new features in iOS 26.
iOS 26 Release Date:
Typical Release Window: Apple usually releases new iOS versions in mid-September, shortly before new iPhones are released.* Possible Release Date: Based on last year’s release (Sept. 16th for iOS 18), iOS 26 is expected around Tuesday, September 16th.