iOS 18.7.9 and iPadOS 18.7.9 for iPhone and iPad have been released by Apple, and they are now available for download on devices that do not support iOS 26.
If you own an older model of iPhone that includes iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and iPhone XS Max, then head over to Settings -> General -> Software Update and install the new update over the air.
In addition to these iPhone models, users of the 10.2-inch iPad (7th Generation) can also download iPadOS 18.7.9 on their device.
iOS 18.7.9 has been released alongside iOS 26.5 and brings important bug fixes and security improvements to supported devices. This is an important update and should be installed by all users.
Official iOS 18.7.9 IPSW download links have been shared below. Just click on your iPhone or iPad model name to download them on your computer and use iTunes or Finder to install the update manually.
