There’s a lot to unpack from the Apple 2022 event and if you own an Apple device then you’re likely excited about the upcoming iOS update, iOS 16. The 2022 iPhone update, iOS 16 is the latest iteration of the mobile OS from Apple that is packed with features like customizable lock screens, battery percentage in the battery icon, improved focus modes, lock screen widgets, and more.
iOS 16 has been in the beta phase for a while and with the release of iPhone 14, it’s bound to be released in the next few weeks. Here’s when you can expect it on your iOS device.
When will the next iOS update come out?
iOS 16 will be released on the 12th of September, 2022. This will be the first iteration of iOS 16 released to the public. The OS although has been in beta for the past two months starting July this year.
After iOS 16, Apple may continue to release small incremental updates to iOS 16 in the form of 16.x versions, but the next BIG update will be iOS 17, in 2023. Read below to learn more about iOS 17.
iOS 16 is the biggest update for iOS devices in a long time and brings along much-requested features like lock screen customization, battery percentage in the battery icon, and more.
When will iOS 17 come out?
iOS 17 will likely see a release next year in 2023, keeping in line with Apple’s tradition. The OS could be named something other than iOS 17 and will likely see a beta release in June or July 2023.
Similar to iOS 16, iOS 17 should become available for the public after Apple’s iPhone launch event in 2023, immediately or within two weeks of that.
When could Apple release incremental updates to iOS 16?
This will depend on iOS 16’s performance and the hot patches that may be required based on issues found.
