Apple patches ancient iOS versions to keep iMessage, FaceTime, other services working

When Apple stops supporting older iPhones and iPads with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, it usually isn’t the end of the line—Apple keeps releasing new security-only patches for those devices for ...

iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch

Alongside iOS 26.2.1, Apple today released an updated version of iOS 12 for devices that are still running that operating ...
Macworld

Apple updates iOS 12 for the first time since 2023

But even if you don’t have an iOS 26 iPhone and have no intention of buying a new AirTag, Apple has something for you, too.

Apple drops unexpected iOS update, including older models—full device list

Apple surprises users with unexpected update, quietly reviving older iPhones and iPads.
Startup Daily

Apple halts latest iPhone update after it prevented emergency calls on Telstra

Potentially impacted devices included the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X, when updated to Apple's iOS 16.7.13 software, according to ...
iDrop News

iOS 26.2.1 Arrives: AirTag 2 Support Alongside a Shocking iPhone 5s Surprise

Apple releases iOS 26.2.1 for the AirTag 2 support and a surprise iOS 12.5.8 update for the 13-year-old iPhone 5s to keep legacy services alive through 2027.