Apple has just released iOS 26 software update for everyone, and it is now available for download. You can download the major iOS release on your iPhone using two different methods.
The first method is the easiest and happens over the air. Just go to Settings -> General -> Software Update and tap on Upgrade to iOS 26. Then install the update.
If you’re facing issues with the over-the-air method or want to update or restore your iPhone to iOS 26 using iTunes or Finder, then you can use the direct iOS 26.0 IPSW links shared below.
Download iOS 26.0 IPSW File for iPhone
Simply click on the iOS 26.0 IPSW file and download the file on your computer.
- 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 1423A341
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11
Got an iPad? Download iPadOS 26.0 IPSW here.
How to install iOS 26.0 through IPSW
Before you begin: Make sure you create a fresh backup of your iOS device. You can back up your iPhone or iPad on your computer or create an iCloud backup.
- After the download has completed, connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable.
- Now launch iTunes on Windows or Finder on Mac and go to the Summary screen.
- Press and hold the Option key or Shift key (on Windows), and click on the ‘Restore iPhone’ button. This will do a clean install of iOS on your device. Remember, your data will be lost, so make sure you create a backup first.
- If you don’t want to Restore and simply want to Update your device, then press and hold the Option key or Shift key (on Windows) and then click on the Update button.
- Wait for iOS to complete installation. Your iPhone might restart a few times during this process. Do not unplug your device.
