iOS 17 Compatibility: Can My iPhone Run the Latest Version?

Charlotte Bayley

Updated: January 11, 2024

As an Apple user, you must be looking forward to the arrival of iOS 17 and its new features, including a new app called Journal, Live Voicemail, and Standby as Apple unveiled at the WWDC keynote. Walk through this article to find out if your iPhone is compatible with iOS 17.

• Part 1: iOS 17 Release Date
• Part 2: iOS 17 Compatible Devices
• Part 3: Conclusion

Part 1: iOS 17 Release Date

iOS 17 is the latest version of iOS operating system for iPhones, succeeding iOS 16. iOS 17 Developer Beta was unveiled on June 5, 2023 at the Worldwide Developers Conference. iOS 17 Public Beta was released on July 12, 2023, with the public release scheduled in mid-September.

A notable change is that the iOS 17 Developer Beta can be downloaded with only an Apple ID account, whereas previous versions required a paid subscription to Apple's developer program.

Part 2: iOS 17 Compatible Devices

Earlier versions of iPhone do not have support for the iOS 17 update due to hardware limitations. Devices supported by iOS 17 are shown in the following image.

And the following picture is a list of devices that will not be able to get the iOS 17 release.

Part 3: Conclusion

Undoubtedly, iOS 17 Beta version is unstable and imperfect with many bugs, odd behavior, and app compatibility issues. But it is a good idea for upgrading to iOS 17 to experience the impressive features if you are willing to accept the risks.