Welcome to iOS

Check out the latest features in iOS that let you do more than ever on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Get ready for iOS 12

iOS 12 makes your iPhone and iPad more powerful, personal, and intelligent than ever. Before you update your device, here’s what you need to do.

Check compatibility

If your device supports iOS 11, you can update to iOS 12.

Find out if your device is compatible

Create a backup

Back up your device to save all of your important information.

Choose a backup method

Know your passcode

If you have a passcode on your device, make sure that you know it so you can update to iOS 12.

If you forgot your passcode

Have your Apple ID ready

Your Apple ID is the account you use for everything you do with Apple, like buying apps or shopping in the iTunes store.

If you forgot your Apple ID or password
Learn more about the new features in iOS 12

Update to iOS 11.4

iOS 11.4 introduces new AirPlay features that help you control your home audio system.

Learn how to update to the latest version of iOS.
Read the full release notes to learn everything about the new features and updates.