Updated Nov 12, 2026

Apple timeline

The latest software versions, recent and upcoming launches, and which devices have stopped getting updates.

Latest software

iOS27.2.1Nov 9, 2026

Bug fixes and security updates (build 24B156). Apple's security notes list 9 fixed vulnerabilities, including two in Messages group chats.

iPadOS27.2.1Nov 9, 2026

Bug fixes and security updates. Older iPads got iPadOS 26.7.3 the same day.

macOS Golden Gate27.2.1Nov 9, 2026

Bug fixes, including a certificate flaw in the command-line tools.

watchOS27.2.1Nov 9, 2026

Bug fixes and security updates.

visionOS27.2.1Nov 9, 2026

Bug fixes and security updates.

tvOS27.2Oct 26, 2026

Adds surround sound with four HomePods.

iOS 18 (older iPhones)18.7.12Nov 9, 2026

Security update for devices that stay on iOS 18.

27.3 beta (all platforms)beta 1Nov 3, 2026

Public beta from Nov 5. Apple says 27.3 ships in December. Beta features (may change): upgraded Siri, Safari vertical tabs, redesigned Health app, Apple Intelligence in China.

Launches and events

December 2026 ExpectediOS 27.3 and matching updates (expected)Apple has said December but hasn't announced a date.
Nov 27, 2026 ExpectedApple's Black Friday shopping event (expected)Apple usually gives gift cards with purchases rather than price cuts.
Nov 13, 2026 ExpectedHomeView home hub and Apple TV 4K (4th generation) launchBoth $299, per Apple's announcement as reported.
Nov 9, 2026iOS 27.2.1 and matching updates releasedBug fixes and security.
Oct 28, 2026OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro (14- and 16-inch) announcedFrom $2,899 and $3,399. On sale Nov 6.
Oct 27, 2026M6 14-inch MacBook Pro and M6 iMac announcedMacBook Pro from $1,999; iMac from $1,499. On sale Nov 6.
Oct 26, 2026OLED iPad mini announced (from $699)Announced by press release; on sale Nov 6.
Oct 23, 2026iPhone Duo goes on salePre-orders opened Oct 16.
Sep 14, 2026iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, watchOS 27 and tvOS 27 releasediOS 27 supports every iPhone that ran iOS 26. macOS Golden Gate drops all Intel Macs.
Sep 9, 2026Apple September event: iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone Duo (foldable), Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirPods 5iPhone 18 Pro from $1,199; Pro Max from $1,299; iPhone Duo from $1,999.

Software support

iPhone 11 and later, iPhone SE (2nd gen) and laterSupported by iOS 27

iOS 27 dropped no iPhones. Siri's new AI features need iPhone 15 Pro or later.

iPad mini 5, iPad 8, iPad Air 3, 11-inch iPad Pro (1st gen), 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd gen)iPadOS 26

Not supported by iPadOS 27; still getting 26.x security updates (26.7.3 on Nov 9, 2026).

All Intel MacsmacOS Tahoe (26)

macOS Golden Gate (27) needs Apple silicon.

Apple Watch Series 6, 7, 8, SE (2nd gen), Ultra (1st gen)watchOS 26

watchOS 27 needs Series 9, SE 3, Ultra 2 or later.