Don't Want to Upgrade to iOS 26? Here's How to Stay on iOS 18 [Update: Now Unavailable]

Since the beginning of December, Apple has been pushing iPhone users who opted to stay on iOS 18 to install iOS 26 instead.

Still on an Older iOS? Apple Says You Should Install iOS 26.2 Now: Here's Why

OS 26.2 is now available with these new features 🚨 pic.twitter.com/5ko9IYDBNa — Apple Hub (@theapplehub) December 12, 2025 ...
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iOS 26.2—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Users

Screenshot iOS 26.2 fixes 26 flaws in Apple’s iOS software, two of which are already being used in real-life attacks. Update Dec. 14: This article, originally published on Dec. 13, has been updated to ...

Phone Updates Used to Be Annoying. The Latest iOS Is Awful

Is the latest iPhone operating system aesthetically appealing? No. But is it useful? Also no. At least I have company among ...

Apple Forces iPhone Users to Upgrade from iOS 18 to iOS 26: What You Need to Know

Apple's decision to discontinue security updates for iPhone 11 and later models on iOS 18 is a significant factor in this upgrade mandate. Users must now install iOS 26.2 to ensure their devices are ...

Updating your iPhone to iOS 26.2? Here are 5 reasons I wouldn't think twice about it

The latest update addresses security bugs and enhances apps like AirDrop and Reminders. Don't forget to update your other Apple devices, too.
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First Things to Do After You’re Forced to Update to iOS 26

Apple is making iPhone owners upgrade to iOS 26 for security reasons. Here’s what to change first to make the update more ...
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iOS 26.1—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Users

The iOS 26.1 update comes with a bunch of new features, but it also includes a whopping 56 security fixes for iPhone users. Update Nov. 05: This article, originally published on Nov. 04, has been ...