How To Update to iOS 12

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Update to iOS 12

iOS 12 makes your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch more powerful, personal, and intelligent than ever before.

Get the update

Here’s what you need to do to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to iOS 12.

Create a backup

Back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch so you have a copy of your important information just in case you need it.

Install iOS 12

You can update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS wirelessly. If you can't update wirelessly, you can also use iTunes to get the latest iOS update.

Using an Apple Watch?

After you install iOS 12, you’ll see a message on your Apple Watch to update to watchOS 5.

Need help?

Learn what to do if you need help updating your devices.

Check compatibility

If your device supports iOS 11, you can update to iOS 12.

Have your Apple ID ready

Your Apple ID gives you access to all Apple services, like iCloud and the App Store. If you don’t know your Apple ID or password, we can help.

What's new in iOS 12

Learn about all of the new features in iOS 12 that let you do more than ever on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.