What is the time of release of iOS 12 today?

iOS 12, watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 are available today, 17 September. iOS 12 is available for all iPhone, iPad and iPod touch models running iOS 11. When will the iOS 12 update be released?

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Apple has not publicly announced an exact time for OS versions. However, it always follows the same pattern.

Apple releases major software updates around 10 am Pacific Time. It is 13h EST or 17h UTC (18h UK). At the time of writing this, it means that iOS 12, watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 are at about ten o'clock. Here's a live countdown so you can see the estimated time left.

When the update is available, you can access Settings -> General -> Software Update on your iOS device to download iOS 12. You will need WiFi and you must be connected to a charger if your battery is lower. at 50%. iOS 12 is available for all iOS 11 devices and includes new features such as Screen Time, an enhanced Photos app, Animoji Siri shortcuts, bulk notifications, and significant performance enhancements that increase the speed and responsiveness of your devices. devices.

watchOS 5 is available for Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2 and Apple Watch Series 3. The first generation of Apple Watch is not supported. To update your Watch software, go to the Watch application of the iPhone and press General -> Software Update. watchOS 5 includes several new major features such as the Podcasts application, Raise to Speak for Siri, new pace measures for current workouts, activity competitions, automatic training detection and a new application , Walkie-Talkie.

tvOS 12 is available for all tvOS Apple TVs and includes new aerial screensavers; the 4K Apple TV has Dolby Atmos support. Again, you will be able to update the Settings app. A major software update from HomePod is also released today. it will update automatically or you can force a software update through the Home app on an iOS device.

Initially, Apple does not inform devices of new available updates. If you do not update during the first week, the iOS device notifies you that a software update is available with a red badge on the Settings application.