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Apple is rumored to release its latest operating system in June that could introduce AI-powered features - but not all iPhones will be compatible. 

Anyone still using iPhones released before 2018, including the series SE and the 8 Plus model or earlier, won't have access to the iOS update.

Older iPhones won't be compatible with iOS 18 because of outdated hardware chips that have a slower processor and less memory that can't support high-powered features.

IOS 18 is set to be Apple's 'biggest' update yet that will introduce large language models and other AI features.

Smart devices will need an A12 Bionic chip to be compatible with the iOS 18 update which was introduced when the company released its iPhone XR and iPhone XS models in 2018.

IPhones containing the A11 Bionic chip (iPhone X, 8 and 8 Plus) and the A10 Fusion chips (iPhone 7 and 7 Plus) won't be able to effectively support the update because it has a slower processor - meaning it can't complete tasks as quickly and efficiently as newer models.

Apple typically discontinues iPhone models that can't keep up with the new iOS rollout, but this year is keeping the seven and eight series.

If your iPhone isn't a series 11 through 15 model or the second and third generation SE, XR, XS and XS Max, you can expect to lose access to the iOS 18 and all future software updates.

Apple's AI features are expected to improve Siri, enabling it to give more

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