Apple releases new updates for old versions of iOS, macOS, watchOS, more

Apple just shipped iOS 26.4 and its companion updates for users running the latest OS. The company also debuted new software updates today for old iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS versions, including iOS 18.7.7 and more.

iOS 18.7.7 and more OS updates focus on security fixes

If you use any Apple devices, there’s a very good chance you have new software updates available to install today.

Apple’s flagship releases today include iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and more.

But in many cases, even devices running older OS versions have received new software releases.

Per Aaron Perris on X, Apple has also released the following pre-OS 26 updates:

• iOS 18.7.7
• iPadOS 18.7.7
• macOS 15.7.5
• macOS 14.8.5
• watchOS 8.8.2
• watchOS 5.3.10

So if you’re running iOS or iPadOS 18, macOS Sonoma or Sequoia, or watchOS 8 or 5, these updates will offer the latest enhancements on your devices.

Apple’s release notes say these new updates focus on security updates. So to ensure your device is protected against the most recently discovered vulnerabilities, be sure to install the latest software.

Are you still running any of these older software versions? When do you plan to update to OS 26? Let us know in the comments.

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