iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max will not get iOS 19: Full list of compatible devices

The hype around WWDC 2025 is building, and naturally, folks with iPhones are excitedly awaiting the annual iOS software refresh. This year, Apple will bring iOS 19 to iPhones, alongside iPad OS 19, macOS 16, among others, to Apple users. However, according to a new report, those with an iPhone XR, iPhone XS, or iPhone XS Max will not receive the highly awaited iOS 19 update. Want to know if your iPhone will get iOS 19? Read on to know more.

iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max to miss out on iOS 19

According to a report by 9to5Mac, iOS 19 will not make its way to older iPhone models including the iPhone XS, iPhone XR, and iPhone XS Max. According to some reports, the seventh generation iPad, which launched in September 2019 with Apple’s A10 Fusion chip, will also miss out on the upcoming iPadOS 19.

iOS 19: List of compatible devices

Wondering if your iPhone will get the iOS 19 update? We’ve got you covered. According to several reports shared by reliable sources, iOS 19 will be available for the following models:

– iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
– iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
– iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max
– iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max
– iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
– iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e
– iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone SE (3rd generation)

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Now, even though the iPhone XS, XR, and XS Max may miss out on iOS 19, Apple will continue pushing out security updates for this device for some time.

But, if you are looking to upgrade from an iPhone XS, XR, or XS Max to one of the newer models, now is a good time to consider buying a new iPhone. If you pick an iPhone 15 Pro series or higher, you can even get access to Apple Intelligence features which have finally made their way to India.