iOS 18.7.10 · Released 2026-08-17
An iOS 18 maintenance release for iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR that fixes security flaws in file, image and media processing, the kernel, privacy controls, and other components.
For iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR, this release fixes flaws that could lead to arbitrary code execution or memory corruption while processing malicious files, images, or media, as well as kernel or private-data exposure and unexpected system termination.
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Updatehey manually reviewed public discussions from 2026-08-08 to 2026-09-07 and retained 3 relevant sources.
The thread mixes reports of resolved problems or normal operation with concerns about performance and battery on older hardware.
Reported environment: iPhone XR
Users reported that the Files app SMB connection regression seen in iOS 18.7.9 was fixed in 18.7.10. This is not an Apple confirmation.
Reported environment: iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR
An individual iPhone XR report described iOS 18.7.10 as running well with better Safari and WebKit responsiveness.
Reported environment: iPhone XR
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