Every year Apple introduces a new version of its operating systems at the WWDC conference. One of the highlights of the 2023 edition will be iOS 17, software intended for millions of active iPhones around the world.
The release of a new version means that some older models of Apple smartphones will not be compatible. By 2023 we already have an idea of ​​which models will be left out of the list of contemplated.
iOS 17 will not be compatible with the iPhone X, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus
Apparently, the release of iOS 17 will mean the loss of support for the iPhone X, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. These models were introduced in September 2017, making it six years ago.
This data comes from an article published by MacRumors citing an anonymous source. Despite not specifying who is providing this information, the post defends its credibility, claiming to be one of the most reliable about future software updates.
Regarding iPadOS 17, also to be presented next June, we also have some models left out. In this case, the victims are the original 12.9″ and 9.7″ iPad Pro and the fifth generation iPad. Teams presented between 2015 and 2017.
This list, if true, confirms that Apple will stop updating products that are six years old or older. Still, it lives up to its commitment to longer software support than its main rivals in the Android universe.
Regarding the news of iOS 17, we still do not have much information about what Apple will be preparing. American tech has managed to keep its upcoming software away from prying eyes.
Still, sources like analyst Mark Gurman point to an incremental update, with more focus on the overall stability of the operating system. Furthermore, it promises to comply with various European legal standards, namely support for alternative app stores to the App Store.
All the news of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 will be announced on June 5. It will be on that date when Apple makes its usual public presentation with the new versions of its software, within the framework of the WWDC 2023 conference.
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