Apple’s latest iPhone software, iOS 26, is now on general release: read full details of it here. But maybe you don’t want to plump for the new system just yet, or your iPhone won’t run it. In that case, iOS 18.7, also just released, is for you. Here’s what you need to know.

Based on previous iPhone software releases, iOS 26 will likely be available around 1 p.m. ET. Since millions of iPhone users may be trying to download it at the same time, you may want to wait till tomorrow morning at least, or even a few days.

OS 26 is packed with changes, but some of the best updates are tucked away in Settings and apps. Here’s how to find them once you update your iPhone.

Camera app updates: Navigating the Camera app should be simpler in iOS 26, as all the buttons and menus are in convenient spots — less swiping, more photo taking. Plus, there's a new feature that tells you if your lens needs to be cleaned.

According to Apple, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 are available today as free software updates. Some of the features associated with Apple's latest software update may not be available in all regions or in all languages.

Many people enjoy the increased abilities that Apple Intelligence brings to their iPhones. But many don't and if that's you, here's how to turn it off.

Apple is releasing iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 in India today, and users can check which iPhones and iPads are supported and how to download the update.