Apple iOS 16 release date, new features and list of eligible iPhones

Apple iOS 16 will reach iPhones on Sept 12

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iOS 16 enhances iPhone with all‑new personalisation features, deeper intelligence and seamless ways to communicate and share.

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iPhone users will be able to customize the font, colour or placement of elements on lock screen by tapping the element

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The software will also users to add widgets on the lock screen and choose it in accordance with the Focus mode

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iPhone users will be able to share a separate iCloud photo library with up to five other people

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Users can edit a message for up to 15 minutes after sending it. Recipients will be able to see a record of edits made to the message.

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iOS 16 also allows iPhone users to share Tab Groups in Safari with friends. Everyone can add their own tabs and see the Tab Group update instantly as they work together.

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List of iPhones that are eligible to receive the new iOS update

- iPhone 13 - iPhone 13 Mini - iPhone 13 Pro - iPhone 13 Pro Max - iPhone 12 - iPhone 12 Mini - iPhone 12 Pro - iPhone 12 Pro Max - iPhone 11 - iPhone 11 Pro - iPhone XS - iPhone 11 Pro Max - iPhone XS Max - iPhone XR - iPhone X - iPhone 8 - iPhone 8 Plus - iPhone SE (2nd)