Software update for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch
Software update for the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch
Latest update
Getting started
Update & verify software
Previous updates
Latest update
The updates
- What's new:
- iOS 18.3
This update introduces new features, bug fixes and security updates. Some features may not be available in all regions and may not be available on all Apple devices. - iPadOS 18.3
This update introduces new features, bug fixes and security updates. Some features may not be available in all regions and may not be available on all Apple devices. - watchOS 11.3
This update includes new features, bug fixes and security updates. Some features may not be available in all regions and may not be available on all Apple devices.
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The details
- Release date: January 27, 2025
- Software version: iOS 18.3
iPadOS 18.3
watchOS 11.3 - Impacted devices:
- iOS 18.3
iPhone 11 models and later, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xr and later, iPhone SE (second generation and later). - iPadOS 18.3
iPad Pro 12.9 inch (2nd generation and later), iPad Pro 10.5 inch, iPad Pro 11 inch (1st generation and later), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), iPad (6th generation and later), iPad mini (5th generation and later). - watchOS 11.3
Apple Wach Series 6 and later (including 2nd generation of Apple Watch SE). Requires iPhone XS or later with iOS 18.
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Getting started
- Make sure you’re in the U.S. and on our wireless network.
- We recommend connecting to Wi-Fi® before downloading the update.
- Although there should be no impacts to settings or data, we recommend that your device is backed up to iCloud or iTunes before updating.
- After you update, you might see the Activation Lock screen on your iPhone or iPad. If you enter your Apple ID and password and still can’t sign in, visit Apple Support: Find My iPhone Activation Lock.
- For more information about iOS 18 and iPadOS 18:
- For more information about watchOS 11:
- If your device isn’t eligible for the latest update, follow the steps to update and verify the latest software available for your device. Next, view the Previous updates section for details about the most recent software installed on your device.
Update & verify software
Update iPhone or iPad software
- Plug your device in to power and connect to Wi-Fi.
- From the General screen, select Software Update.
- Then Download and Install.
- Tap Install. If asked, enter your passcode.
- To learn more, visit Apple Support: Update the iOS software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
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Update Apple Watch software
- Open the Apple Watch app on iPhone.
- Tap My Watch, then General.
- Tap Software Update.
- Download the software to the iPhone, and then continue on with Apple Watch.
- Maintain a steady Internet connection on both Apple Watch and iPhone during this process to ensure a successful software update.
- To learn more, visit Apple Support: Update your Apple Watch.
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Verify software update & update Carrier version
- Tap Settings, then General.
- Tap About.
- If a Carrier update is available, you'll be prompted to install it.
- If the iOS version and the current software update details match, the device has the latest software.
- For additional help, visit Apple Support: Find the software version on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod.
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Troubleshoot software update
Previous updates
| Date | Details |
| Jan. 6, 2025 |
- iOS 18.2.1
- iPadOS 18.2
- WatchOS 11.2
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| Dec. 11, 2024 |
- iOS 18.2
- iPadOS 18.2
- WatchOS 11.2
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| Oct. 28, 2024 |
- iOS 18.1
- iPadOS 18
- WatchOS 11
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| Sept. 16, 2024 |
- iOS 18
- iPadOS 18
- WatchOS 11
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| March 25, 2024 |
- iOS 17.4.1
- iPadOS 17.4.1
- WatchOS 10.4
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| March 6, 2024 |
- iOS 17.4
- iPadOS 17.4
- WatchOS 10.4
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| Feb. 8, 2024 |
- iOS 17.3.1
- iPadOS 17.3.1
- WatchOS 10.3.1
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| Jan. 23, 2024 |
- iOS 17.3
- iPadOS 17.3
- WatchOS 10.3
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| Dec. 11, 2023 |
- iOS 17.2
- iPadOS 17.2
- watchOS 10.2
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| Nov. 8, 2023 |
- iOS 17.1.2
- iPadOS 17.1.2
- watchOS 10.1
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| Oct. 26, 2023 |
- iOS 17.1
- iPadOS 17.1
- watchOS 10.1
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| Oct. 6, 2023 |
- iOS 17.0.3
- iPadOS 17.0.3
- watchOS 10.0.1
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| Sept. 26, 2023 |
- iOS 17.0.2
- iPadOS 17.0.2
- watchOS 10.0.1
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| Sept. 21, 2023 |
- iOS 17.0.1
- iPadOS 17.0.1
- watchOS 10.0.1
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| Sept. 18, 2023 |
- iOS 17
- iPadOS 17
- watchOS 10
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| Sept. 7, 2023 |
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| July 24, 2023 |
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| July 12, 2023 |
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| May 18, 2023 |
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| April 7, 2023 |
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| March 27, 2023 |
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| Feb. 13, 2023 |
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