iOS 16 Release Date, Eligible iPhones, and Public Beta

Apple released iOS 15 in September 2021. We also saw the 2021 iPhone 13 series, as well as the Apple M1 Max and Apple M1 Pro chipsets, just a few weeks ago. Fans have begun to expect the next iOS 16 upgrade. Many customers have started reporting various faults with the latest iOS 15, and they are optimistic about the forthcoming iOS 16. The estimated release date and features of the upcoming iOS 16 have started hovering online.

When will iOS 16 be released?

• Apple will announce iOS 16 on June 6 at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). However, iOS 16 will likely be released to the public in September 2022.

Apple launches its new version of the iOS operating system every year. In 2020 we saw iOS 14, in 2021 we saw iOS 15 and the upcoming iOS 16 is expected to launch around the month of September 2022. Also, it’s worth mentioning that we could expect the iPhone 14 series to be launched along or nearly the iOS 16 operating system.

The iOS 15 developer beta was started in June 2021, although the stable public rollout occurred in September 2021. The iOS 16 is likely to follow a similar schedule, with a developer beta on 6 June 2022 and a public rollout in September or October 2022.

iOS 16 Features

The iOS 16 update is likely to include significant improvements and overhauls. The iOS 16 is believed to remedy the present flaws of the latest iOS 15 with added privacy protection measures and optimization for a smooth and fluid UI experience. Apple may also bring AR/ VR capabilities. We could see several new app icons to customize Home Screen. As per LeaksApplePro iOS 16 will bring a new interactive widget feature called InfoShack. It will include apps, Control Center, and other shortcuts. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said iOS 16 update would bring “improved notification management” and “new health-tracking features”.

The iOS 16 features wishlist includes Redesigned icons, a Universal battery widget, Some user interface element changes, System app updates via the App Store, best goddamn wallpapers, OS upgrades in the Background, UI/UX improvements in Apple Music, Revamped iMessage, and Scheduled Optimized Battery Charging.

Which phones are compatible with iOS 16?

The following iPhones will likely be able to support iOS 16:

• iPhone 13 mini
• iPhone 13
• iPhone 13 Pro
• iPhone 13 Pro Max
• iPhone 11
• iPhone 11 Pro
• iPhone 11 Pro Max
• iPhone 12 mini
• iPhone 12
• iPhone 12 Pro
• iPhone 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 7
• iPhone 7 Plus
• iPhone 8
• iPhone 8 Plus
• iPhone SE (2020)
• iPhone X
• iPhone XR
• iPhone XS
• iPhone XS Max

Reportedly Apple’s A10 chipset will be the minimum requirement to run iOS 16. So iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, and iPhone SE 2016 may not receive the iOS 16 Update.

The upcoming Apple iPhone 14 series namely iPhone 14, 14 Pro, 14 Max, and 14 Pro Max will come with iOS 16 out of the box.

How can I update to iOS 16?

Method 1: Keep automatic updates enabled on your phone. Your device will automatically update to iOS 16 or you will receive a prompt to do so.

Method 2: You can go to the “Settings” > “General” > “Software Update” path and then click “Upgrade to iOS 16” (Coming Soon). Click on “Download and Install” and the iOS 16 update will begin installing on your handset. You will have to restart after updating.

Well, all the information mentioned above is based on leaks and expectations only; nothing regarding the iOS 16 operating system has been confirmed officially yet. To know more about it, we have to wait for any official hint or announcement.

Having that said, what do you think about the upcoming iOS 16 operating system and what do you expect from it? Do let us know by dropping a comment in your words down below. Thanks for sticking with us all the way end to the post.