WEB DESK: Apple’s upcoming iOS 19 update is generating significant buzz among iPhone users, with many excited to see what new features and improvements will be introduced.
Over the years, Apple has made notable changes to both the appearance and performance of iOS, and with iOS 19 on the horizon, rumours are swirling about what to expect.
Will your iPhone support iOS 19?
Unfortunately, not all iPhones will be able to run iOS 19. While Apple is known for supporting older devices for extended periods, there are some models that will miss out on this update.
The following iPhones are only expected to be compatible with iOS 19:
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS and XS Max
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPhone SE (3rd gen)
It’s important to note that not all features of iOS 19 will be available on all supported devices. Some of the more demanding features, such as those powered by Apple Intelligence, will be restricted to newer models.
Key iOS 19 features
Siri enhancements
A major improvement in iOS 19 will be a revamp of how Siri operates. Currently, Siri runs on two different systems: one handles basic tasks like timers and alarms, while another takes care of more advanced features.
With iOS 19, Apple is expected to merge these systems, resulting in faster and more streamlined responses from Siri. However, a previously anticipated update to make Siri more conversational is delayed and won’t be available in the initial release.
Camera app redesign
iOS 19 will also introduce a redesigned Camera app, inspired by the look and feel of visionOS. This new layout will simplify the interface, featuring clearer toggles for switching between photo and video modes. Additional settings, such as exposure and frame rate adjustments, will be more accessible, while a button will allow users to quickly view their photo library.
Apple Intelligence
Apple’s AI-powered features are central to iOS updates, but reports suggest there won’t be significant consumer-facing changes to Apple Intelligence in iOS 19. The integration of ChatGPT-like functionality that began with iOS 18 will continue, but Apple’s internal efforts to improve AI privacy and performance have faced delays.
Delayed features and timeline
As Apple prepares to unveil iOS 19 at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, some planned features are expected to be postponed. The company is still rolling out features from iOS 18, and engineers are prioritising finishing those projects.
As a result, several key iOS 19 features may not be available at launch in September but will instead be introduced gradually through updates like iOS 19.1, 19.2, and so on.
iOS 19 release schedule
iOS 19 will be announced at WWDC in June, followed by a beta release for developers. A public beta is expected to roll out in July, and the official release will likely happen in September.
In summary, while iOS 19 is expected to bring exciting new features and improvements, not all iPhones will support it, and some highly anticipated updates may arrive later than planned.
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