As the launch date of Apple’s iOS 18 operating system approaches, older iPhone users may wonder what benefits they will gain from this major update. While iOS 18 will introduce many new features and improvements, not all of them will be available on older iPhone models.
Owners of iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone SE (2020), or iPhone 11 can still look forward to experiencing several new features in iOS 18. One notable feature is the ability to customize the home screen extensively, including rearranging applications, changing icon colors, and activating dark mode for icons.
The Messages app will also receive significant upgrades, such as the ability to react with emojis, schedule message sending, and text formatting. However, features like Messages via Satellite and eye gesture tracking will only be available on newer iPhone models due to hardware limitations.
While older iPhone users may miss out on some features, they can still benefit from the redesigned Control Center, improved app security with Face ID/Touch ID or password locking, and enhanced password management with the new Apple Passwords app.
Overall, while some advanced features of iOS 18 may not be accessible to older iPhone models, users can still enjoy the significant interface improvements, new features, and enhanced security that the update offers.