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iOS 15 Compatibility: Is Your Device Supported?

See if your iPhone, iPad, or iPod can use iOS 15

By Sandy Writtenhouse Sandy Writtenhouse Writer Kaplan University Sandy has been writing about technology since 2012. Her work has appeared on How-To Geek, MakeUseOf, iDownloadBlog, groovyPost, and many other websites. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on March 8, 2022 Reviewed by Jon Fisher Reviewed by Jon Fisher Wichita Technical Institute Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email iPhone & iOS Switching from Android Apple released iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 in the fall of 2021, so you may be curious if your iPhone, iPad, or iPod is compatible if you haven't already upgraded. Review the lists below to see if your device will support Apple's upgrade.

iOS 15 Compatible Devices

If you own an iPhone or iPod touch that supports iOS 14, then you can upgrade to iOS 15. Apple’s list of iOS 14 compatible devices exactly matches that for iOS 15. Here is a list of iOS 15 supported iPhone and iPod models. iPhone 12 iPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProiPhone 12 Pro MaxiPhone 11 iPhone 11 ProiPhone 11 Pro MaxiPhone XiPhone XRiPhone XSiPhone XS MaxiPhone 8iPhone 8 PlusiPhone 7iPhone 7 PlusiPhone 6siPhone 6s PlusiPhone SE (1st and 2nd generations)iPod touch (7th generation) The iPhone 13 comes with iOS 15 installed.

iPadOS 15 Compatible Devices

Like with iPhone, if your iPad supports iPadOS 14, then it’s compatible with iPadOS 15. To double-check your iPad model, here is a list of supported devices for iPadOS 15. iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st through 5th generations)iPad Pro 11-inch (1st through 3rd generations)iPad Pro 10.5-inch iPad Pro 9.7-inch iPad Air (3rd and 4th generations)iPad Air 2iPad mini (5th generation)iPad mini 4iPad (5th through 8th generations) Not sure which iPad you have? You can find the iPad model number to see which one you own. How to Fix the Most Common iOS 15 Problems FAQ How do I get iOS 15? To update your iPhone to iOS 15, tap Settings > General > Software Update > Download and Install. Tap Install Now when the download finishes. What is iOS 15? iOS 15 is the fifteenth major update to iOS, the iPhone and iPod operating system. To see what's new from iOS 14 and prior iOS releases, browse our handy guide to iOS versions from iOS 1 to iOS 15. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire iPadOS 15: Release Date, Features, and Supported Devices Which iPhone Should You Buy? Is Your iPad Obsolete and Outdated? The History of iOS, from Version 1.0 to 16.0 Where to Download iPhone Manuals for Every Model iPadOS 16: Release Date, Features, News, and Price iOS 16: News, Price, Release Date, and Features How to Fix It When Apple Pencil Isn't Working How to Improve Security on iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch How to Create Folders on an iPhone to Organize All Your Apps How Long Does an iPad Last? How to Connect USB Devices to an iPad How to Use the iPhone Camera What Is the iPad Air and How Does it Compare? How to Set Up and Use Touch ID, the iPhone Fingerprint Scanner What iPads Are Compatible With the Apple Pencil? Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies