#ios 12

Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 to keep key services like iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation working on older Apple devices that can no longer upgrade to newer versions of iOS. iOS 12.5.8 and iPadOS 12.5.8 are available for a limited list of devices, including the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and the sixth-generation iPod touch. These models are no longer eligible for modern iOS updates, making this release especially important for users who still rely on them. This update comes more than three years after the last iOS 12 release in January 2023. For users who still use these older devices, installing iOS 12.5.8 ensures that basic communication features remain functional for years to come. iOS 12 will be launching later tonight but the update is now available for download on one of our iPhones earlier than expected. The patch notes include the following: New features in Photos Memoji - a more customizable animoji Screen Time feature New Siri shortcuts Creation of shared AR experiences New privacy features Author's Note: This is now the official iOS 12 update and not the beta one. Apple today officially announced the next version of their popular mobile operating system, the iOS 5 which will be available to you iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch this July. Read more in our articles including "Apple updates iOS 12 to keep iMessage and FaceTime working on older devices" and "Apple iOS 12 update available ahead of launch".