iOS 9 vs iOS 10

David Price looks at the differences between Apple’s two mobile operating systems

iOS 10 is on its way. Having been announced at WWDC 2016, the new OS for iPhone and iPad will be rolled out to the public in the autumn, replacing the current software, iOS 9.

But which is the better option for your needs? Should you update to iOS 10 when it launches – or even earlier, if you’re prepared to act as a beta tester? What are the differences between iOS 9 and 10 – what design changes have been made, what new features have been added, and which devices can run each of them?

We examine Apple’s current and future mobile operating systems, and help you decide which one is right for you, and whether you should upgrade.