iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26: These Apple Devices May Not Get the Update

Apple is gearing up for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), set to begin on June 9, and the spotlight this year is firmly on software. We're expecting official reveals for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26-but not every Apple device will make the cut.

According to multiple reports, some of Apple's older hardware will be dropped from the compatibility list, marking the end of software support for a few well-known iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26: These Apple Devices May Miss Out

iPhones Reportedly Losing iOS 26 Support

If the leaks turn out to be accurate, three iPhone models won't be getting iOS 26:

iPhone XS

iPhone XS Max

iPhone XR

These models, launched in 2018, are approaching the typical end-of-support window Apple usually follows. The decision makes sense from a hardware standpoint-Apple's recent updates are increasingly optimized for the latest chipsets and machine learning capabilities, especially with features like Apple Intelligence requiring more powerful processors and more RAM.

The iPad List: Only One Drops Off (For Now)

On the iPad front, things are a bit gentler. So far, only one device is expected to miss the iPadOS 26 update:

iPad (7th generation)

This iPad, originally launched in 2019, still enjoys a decent user base, but Apple may be looking to streamline performance for newer models like the iPad 10th-gen and iPad Air with M1 chips.

macOS 26 May Phase Out Intel-Based Macs

The bigger wave of exclusions seems to be hitting the Mac lineup, particularly older Intel-powered machines. The following four Macs are expected to lose support:

2020 MacBook Air (Intel)

2018 MacBook Pro

2018 Mac mini

2017 iMac Pro

As Apple continues its transition to Apple Silicon, it's no surprise that Intel machines are slowly being pushed out of the picture. While these Macs have had a solid run, it looks like macOS 26 could mark their final OS update.

WWDC 2025 Timing and Where to Watch

WWDC 2025 kicks off on June 9 at 10:00 AM PT, and Apple will livestream the keynote through multiple platforms. You can watch it on apple.com, the Apple Developer app and website, the Apple TV app, and Apple's official YouTube channel.

For viewers in India, the keynote will begin at 10:30 PM IST on the same day.

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