iOS is the mobile operating system used by Apple’s iPhones. First introduced with the original iPhone in 2007, the software has remained a feature of every iPhone released in the years since, and continues to provide the basis for other Apple operating systems including iPadOS, tvOS and watchOS.
Apple's App Store serves as the centerpiece of its iOS mobile operating system, with the company’s virtual marketplace now containing more than 2 million apps optimized for the platform.
New versions of iOS are released annually – typically ahead of new iPhone launches – with iOS 17 expected to replace iOS 16 in September 2023.
Latest about iOS
Taika Waititi made a short film about Apple's Personal Voice accessibility feature, and it'll make you cry
In honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Apple released a short film about its Personal Voice and Live Voice capabilities.
NameDrop in iOS 17 is not a privacy nightmare – here’s how to control it
iOS 17 NameDrop lets you quickly share contact info with very nearby iPhones – just be sure to use it smartly and safely
iOS 18: the rumors so far and everything we want to see
iOS 18 could put a big focus on AI. Here's what we've heard about it so far, and what we want from it.
iPhones in the EU could get iOS app sideloading next year – here's what that means
You may be able to download cheaper apps from third-party stores next year thanks to the EU.
How to use Visual Look Up on iPhone: identify pets, plants, laundry tags, and more
We detail how to use Apple's Visual Look Up feature on an iPhone.
iOS 17.2 promises to fix your wonky Wi-Fi connection issues
If you've been noticing slower speeds or connection drops, then iOS 17.2 might sort you out.
How to download Apple Maps for offline use in iOS 17
We detail how to download information and directions in Apple Maps to be accessed when you're offline.
Apple's Journal app moves closer to capturing all your musings and now has its own API
Apple's new Journal App will let you collect your thoughts, or collect them from you.
