Very likely, yes. iPhone 13 Pro runs iOS 27 today, and Apple's track record suggests it will get iOS 28 in September 2027. Apple won't confirm until WWDC in June 2027, and security updates usually continue for some time after major updates end.
Software support is the biggest question for anyone buying an older iPhone. Here's what we know and what history suggests.
iPhone 13 Pro's update history
| Year | Version | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | iOS 15 | Launched with |
| 2022 | iOS 16 | Received |
| 2023 | iOS 17 | Received |
| 2024 | iOS 18 | Received |
| 2025 | iOS 26 | Received (Apple renamed versions to match the year) |
| 2026 | iOS 27 | Received — current |
| 2027 | iOS 28 | Likely, not confirmed |
Why iOS 28 is likely
- iOS 27 supports exactly the same iPhones as iOS 26 — Apple didn't drop a single model this year.
- iPhone 11, two years older than iPhone 13 Pro, still runs iOS 27.
- iPhone XS, which launched in 2018, received seven major iOS versions. iPhone 13 Pro has received six so far.
- iPhone 13 Pro's A15 chip is still capable of running modern iOS smoothly.
What happens when major updates end?
When an iPhone stops receiving new major versions, Apple has historically continued to release security updates for the previous version for some time. Your phone keeps working, and most apps continue to support it for a while — though some newer apps eventually require a newer iOS version.
What you don't get, even with updates
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI. iPhone 13 Pro receives iOS updates but not the AI features, which need iPhone 15 Pro or newer.
Frequently asked questions
Does iPhone 13 Pro support iOS 27?
Yes. iOS 27 supports iPhone 11 and later, including iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max.
When will Apple announce iOS 28 compatibility?
Usually at WWDC in June. iOS 28 would then release in September 2027.
Will iPhone 13 Pro get Apple Intelligence?
No. Apple Intelligence requires iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16 or later.
Sources
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