Software Updates for Apple Devices

Apple has released the new upgrades for macOS, iPadOS and iOS in September 2024. These major new versions are now available to download for free on your Apple devices. There are three types of software updates - upgrades, updates and Rapid Security Responses (RSRs). Upgrades make important changes to an operating system over the previous version in functionality, user interface and appearance. Updates consist of frequently released patches that help secure or enhance the current operating system and that are designed to keep devices protected. Rapid Security Responses (RSRs) are a different type of software release for applying security fixes to devices more frequently by not requiring a full software update. Rapid Security Responses are delivered only for the latest versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Because of this, the operating systems must be running the latest version.

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macOS Sequoia

macOS Sequoia is compatible with these devices:

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iMac (2019 and later)

iMac Pro (2017 and later)

Mac Studio (2022 and later)

MacBook Air (2020 and later)

Mac Mini (2018 and later)

MacBook Pro (2018 and later)

Mac Pro (2019 and later)

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Before you update, it is recommended to back up your Mac.

To update, go to System Settings > General > Software Update

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iPadOS 18

iPadOS 18 is compatible with these devices:

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iPad Pro (M4)

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)

iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later)

iPad Air (M2)

iPad Air (3rd generation and later)

iPad (7th generation and later)

iPad mini (5th generation and later)

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To upgrade to iPadOS 18, go to Settings > General > Software Update

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iOS 18

iOS 18 is compatible with these devices:

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iPhone 16

iPhone 16 Plus

iPhone 16 Pro

iPhone 16 Pro Max

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 (2nd generation or later)

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To upgrade to iOS 18, go to Settings > General > Software Update

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