iOS 10 release: All information & devices

The new iOS 10 comes with the iPhone 7 in autumn. You can find all information about the release and the supported devices in this practical tip.

iOS 10: release in autumn

A precise date for the release of iOS 10 has not yet been officially confirmed.
But it is clear that the new software will be released together with the iPhone 7 in September.
The beta version for developers is already available, the public beta version will probably be released in July.

Apple removes some outdated devices from the list of supported iDevices with iOS 10.
Apple deleted the iPhone 4S, the iPad 2 and the iPad 3. iOS 10 is not available for these devices.
A separate article provides a full list of supported devices.

Apple brings some innovations for iPhone and iPad with iOS 10:

Lock screen: iOS is probably the biggest change to the lock screen design since the iPhone was launched. Notifications should appear in a new look and 3D touch will be integrated.
Siri: Siri opens with iOS 10 for third-party apps. For example, you can also use Siri to search for train connections or send WhatsApp messages.
Apple Music: Hardly a year there, Apple Music already gets a new design. It should be easier to use in iOS 10 and display lyrics.
Photos: The photo app is revised and gets new features. With facial recognition, iOS should combine and sort photos into albums.
Here's more information about what's new in iOS 10.