Apple Just Dropped the Numbers — and They’re 🔥

Apple’s latest iOS 18 adoption stats are in, and they’re nothing short of jaw-dropping. Since its public release in September 2024, iOS 18 has stormed onto 68% of compatible iPhones. But wait, it gets better: for iPhones released in the last four years, that number skyrockets to a staggering 78%. Talk about loyalty!

But what about the rest? Here’s the breakdown:

• 19% of all iPhones are still rocking iOS 17.
• 13% are clinging to older versions (we see you, iOS 16 holdouts).
• For newer iPhones (last four years), only 19% are on iOS 17, and a mere 5% are on earlier builds. That’s what happens when you ship with the latest OS and your users are update-hungry.

“Apple’s adoption rates are a testament to their ecosystem’s strength. Users don’t just upgrade — they *commit*.”

Tech Analyst, 9 to 5 Mac

Why iOS 18 is a Game-Changer 🎮

iOS 18 isn’t just another update — it’s a revolution. The star of the show? Apple Intelligence, the company’s small-model generative AI. Launched with iOS 18.1, it’s been a game-changer, despite a few early hiccups (looking at you, News notification summaries). With features rolling out in 18.2 and the current public version at 18.2.1, Apple’s AI is just getting started.

iPadOS 18: The Underdog Story 📱➡️💻

While iOS 18 is crushing it, iPadOS 18 is playing catch-up. Currently, 53% of all iPads are running the latest OS, with that number climbing to 63% for devices released in the last four years. Not bad, but Apple’s got work to do to close the gap.

The Bigger Picture 🖼️

These numbers mirror Apple’s 2024 iOS 17 adoption stats, proving one thing: Apple users are all in on the latest and greatest. Whether it’s the allure of Apple Intelligence or the seamless ecosystem, one thing’s clear — when Apple drops an update, the world listens.

So, are you part of the 68%? Or are you still holding out? Either way, the future of iOS is here — and it’s unstoppable.