Alongside iOS 26.2.1, Apple today released an updated version of iOS 12 for devices that are still running that operating ...

OS 12.5.8 extends the certificate required for iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation. With this update, all three keep ...

The iPhone 5s was released 13 years ago. Apple recently rolled out the iOS 26.2.1 and iPadOS 26.2.1 updates for its latest ...

Apple releases security updates for all iPhones released in the past 12 years.

Apple just rolled out an update for a few older iPhone and iPad models that ensures iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation ...

Apple releases a surprise iOS update for iPhone 5s and iPhone 6, extending key services and earning praise for long-term ...

If you own one of the supported older devices and still use it in some way or another, it is advisable to install iOS 12.5.8 ...

Apple's iOS 12.5.8 update keeps iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation working on older iPhones and iPads. Here's why you ...

Apple’s iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and sixth-generation iPod touch have also received the ...

Apple extends support for older iPhones. iPhone 5s receives a new software update 13 years after launch, keeping key features ...

Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 in 2026 to ensure that users of the iPhone 5s, and other old models, can continue using their ...

Though routine support for these models ended years ago, Apple's update is meant to preserve the cryptographic system that keeps older devices securely linked to its services.