Apple has released iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 for the general public. The update is now available for all compatible iPhone and iPadOS models. These builds, identified by version number 23A340, are functionally identical to the final release and can be installed right now using IPSW firmware files.
For those who want to restore their device or perform a clean install, downloading and installing the firmware files is a straightforward option. IPSW files are Apple’s packaged software images used for system restores or updates through Finder on macOS or iTunes on Windows.
How to install iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
Download the firmware for your specific iPhone or iPad model. After downloading, connect the device to a Mac or PC, open Finder (macOS) or iTunes (Windows), hold Option (Mac) or Shift (Windows), and click “Check for Update” or “Restore” to select the IPSW file.
Before proceeding, it is strongly recommended to make a complete backup of your device. Installing pre-release builds carries risks, including potential bugs and compatibility issues.
Device compatibility
Apple continues to support most modern iPhones and iPads with iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. However, there are some changes in compatibility compared to previous versions:
- iOS 26: Supports a wide range of iPhone models, including the iPhone XR and later, as well as the latest iPhone 17 lineup.
- iPadOS 26: Drops support for the iPad (7th generation), meaning that only the iPad (8th generation) and newer, along with iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad Pro models released in recent years, will receive the update.
Users should verify their device model before attempting to install the firmware to ensure compatibility.
Firmware download links
Download the correct file for your device using the below links. Make sure to download the right one for your device.
iOS 26
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
iPadOS 26
- iPad Mini (7th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)
- iPad (A16)
- iPad (A16)
- iPad Air 11-inch (M3)
- iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
- 11-in. iPad Pro (4th generation), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (6th generation)
- iPad Air (5th Generation)
- 10.2-in. iPad (10th generation)
- 11-in. iPad Pro (3rd generation), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (5th generation)
- iPad mini (6th generation)
- 10.2-in. iPad (9th generation)
- iPad Air (4th generation)
- 10.2-in. iPad (8th generation)
- iPad mini (5th generation), iPad Air (3rd generation)
- 11-in. iPad Pro (1st and 2nd generations), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (3rd and 4th generations)
