How to install iOS 18.2 update on iPhone

iOS 18.2 is compatible with iPhone XS and later models
An undated image of iOS 18. — Apple/Canva
An undated image of iOS 18. — Apple/Canva

Apple has released the iOS 18.2 update, and it's now available for download on supported iPhones. The latest update introduces several Apple Intelligence features, including Image Playground and Genmoji, Writing Tools, ChatGPT integration, and more.

Additionally, iPhone 16 series users can experience Visual Intelligence, a feature that provides information about objects captured using the phone's camera, accessible via the Camera Control key.

If you want to install the latest update on your device, Gadinsider is here with a step-by-step guide on how to install the iOS 18.2 update.

Here's how to install iOS 18.2 update

Here's a step-by-step guide to installing iOS 18.2 update:

  1. Open the Settings app, select General, and then tap “Software Update.”
  2. Select either "Update Now" or "Update Tonight" depending on your preference. If your iPhone is sufficiently charged, you can start the update immediately. Alternatively, you can also schedule the update to run overnight.
  3. Now, allow the update to complete. The update process might take a few minutes, depending on whether your iPhone needs to download the update or simply install it. 

Once the update is complete, your iPhone will restart, and you can unlock it to start exploring the new features of iOS 18.2. 

Notably, the iOS 18.2 is compatible with iPhone XS and later models. However, Apple Intelligence features are exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPhone 16 series.