Some iPhone models are expected to be 'abandoned' by Apple in 2024; see what they are

With the constant launch of new devices over the years, the iPhone There are always models that no longer receive support. Therefore, with each annual release, we have device updates, new operating systems and devices that should stop receiving updates.

Therefore, with the expected arrival of new models, several older devices end up being left without updates. However, this is a measure taken by the company that no longer surprises its users, as it occurs practically every year.

With the launch scheduled for 2024, the new iPhone 16 models should arrive directly from the factory with iOS 18. This means that more devices should enter the category of devices that will no longer receive system updates.

iPhone models that will stop receiving updates

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A Apple should “deny” the update to devices with an A12 Bionic processor, which allegedly do not support the new iOS 18. Therefore, the models that should stop having updates during 2024 are:

• XR;
• XS;
• XS Max.

This year, other devices from the brand also stopped receiving updates such as the iPhone X, 8 It is 8Plus. Since the devices had the processor known as A11, those indicated above for the next version should be next on the list.

Devices that should stop receiving updates in 2025

Following the logic of previous cases, there is also speculation that, from 2025 onwards, gadgets iPhone with A13 Bionic processor should stop receiving updates, as this architecture of software will not be enough for the new versions of iOS that should be released in the next years.

It is worth mentioning that, even after they stop being updated, obsolete iPhones continue to work normally. However, they no longer receive news when it comes to security, new operating systems and exclusive tools.

Due to this context, users who always want to enjoy the main new features of Apple's operating system must change devices from time to time.