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Apple is definitely ahead of the curve even on iOS devices. I'm uncertain about the latest iOS update, but the one before supported iPhone 4s devices, that's 4
by Xylakant 11y ago
Apple is definitely ahead of the curve even on iOS devices. I'm uncertain about the latest iOS update, but the one before supported iPhone 4s devices, that's 4 generations ago. None of the updates was paid. All older devices still work with the versions that you have.
Compare to any kind of android devices: They rarely get obsoleted by OS Updates since there are none.
Edit: My Macbook Air 2nd gen (2010 (?), can't really remember) still runs El Capitan. It's getting a bit limited in what you can do on it, but it's fine for browsing and lightweight work. Obviously no gaming :)
- bcook 11y agoBecause of Android's more open nature, there are groups like CyanogenMod that will release updates for devices after the manufacturers have stopped. Popular devices can continue to get updates beyond 4 years. The Android & iOS/Apple differences are interesting. Both are great, in my opinion.