How to setup iOS 18 on your iPhone

Gadinsider is here with a step-by-step guide to update your iPhone to iOS 18
An undated image of iOS 18. — Apple/Canva
An undated image of iOS 18. — Apple/Canva

Apple recently unveiled the iOS 18, the latest software update for iPhones packed with exciting new features and enhancements for iPhones. With iOS 18, users can customise their iPhone’s home screen, lock and hide apps, and enjoy several other functionalities. 

However, to access these cutting-edge capabilities, ensure you have an iOS 18-compatible device with the latest update installed on it. 

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List of iOS 18 compatible devices

  • Phone SE (second gen, third gen)
  • iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
  • iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12, 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max

Here’s how to install iOS 18 on iPhone

Gadinsider has compiled a step-by-step guide to update your iPhone to iOS 18. 

  1. Navigate to the “Settings “app on your iPhone.
  2. Now select “General.”
  3. Click on the “Software Update” option.
  4. Next, choose iOS 18.
  5. Tap on “Update now” to begin installing the iOS 18 update on your iPhone. 

An “Update Requested” message should appear, followed by an estimated time iOS 18 will take to download which is 15 minutes approximately. Once the downloading is completed your iPhone will automatically reboot with iOS 18 installed.