Apple’s next big iOS 18-based update, iOS 18.5, is set to be released soon. If you’re waiting for the update, you’ll be pleased to know that the latest beta, Beta 4, supports my previous statement. Here’s when you can expect iOS 18.5 to be released to the public.
When is iOS 18.5 coming out?
The upcoming iOS 18.5 update is expected to be released in the week of May 12th. This is an expected schedule based on the build number from the recently dropped iOS 18.5 Beta 4, which has build number 22F5068a.
The ‘a’ at the end of the build number indicates that beta 4 might be the last beta. The next update will be the release candidate, which could be released in the first week of May, while the public release might follow in the second week, starting May 12.
Apple started testing iOS 18.5 early this month with beta 1, which was also focused on bug fixes like beta 4 and didn’t bring any major changes. This was expected, considering Apple is focusing on its next big OS update, iOS 19. All the major changes and new features are now reserved for iOS 19, so it’s unlikely that Apple will include big changes in any upcoming iOS 18 updates.
Even without major changes, iOS 18.5 will be an important update due to reasons such as bug fixes and improved security. So if you have a problem with the current update, like reduced battery backup and major bugs, you should update to iOS 18.5 as soon as it becomes available.
iOS 18.5 will be available on these devices
All iOS 18 eligible devices are eligible for the iOS 18.5 update. This includes iPhone models listed below:
- iPhone 16e
- 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)
If you’ve opted for the beta and installed the release candidate, you won’t get the public release, because both are the same. If you skip the RC and deselect beta, you’ll receive the public build on your eligible device. Before installing the update, make sure to back up your device.
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