Apple is gearing up for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2025), scheduled from June 9 to June 13. During this highly anticipated event, CEO Tim Cook is expected to introduce iOS 19, the next major update for iPhones. While Apple has not officially confirmed details, a fresh report indicates that iOS 19 will not support the
iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max. However, iPhones currently compatible with iOS 18-except these three models-are expected to receive the update.
List of iPhones Compatible with iOS 19
iPhone 16 series
iPhone 16e
iPhone 16
iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro Max
iPhone 15 series
iPhone 15
iPhone 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 14 series
iPhone 14
iPhone 14 Plus
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro Max
iPhone 13 series
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 12 series
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 mini
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11 series
iPhone 11
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Max
Reports indicate that the iPhone SE (3rd generation) might also be eligible for iOS 19, despite Apple completely moving on from the older design and replacing the SE with the iPhone 16e.
iOS 19: Expected features and leaks
iOS 19 is anticipated to bring the most extensive visual refresh since iOS 7. Reports indicate that Apple is redesigning the interface to resemble visionS, the operating system used in the Vision Pro headset. This update is expected to introduce translucent controls, a revamped Camera app featuring a larger viewfinder, and an improved notification system. Apple’s built-in apps will also adopt this new design language, giving iPhones a fresh and modern appearance.
Additionally, Siri is set to become more intelligent and personalised with iOS 19. The upgraded virtual assistant will be able to understand user context more effectively, drawing relevant information from emails, messages, and other apps to deliver more accurate responses.
