# A Journey Through iOS: From 2007 to Today

> iOS is the name of the operating system that runs the iPhone and iPod touch. It's the core software that comes loaded on all devices to allow them to run and support other apps.

- **Source:** [Lifewire](https://www.lifewire.com/ios-versions-4147730?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68c83116f1f372af02464f8d)
- **Published:** 2025-09-15
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #iphone #apple #journey #through #allow #apps #comes #core
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