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> The Pro lineup is built to last, [bunch of physical attributes] Having hardware which lasts is good, but they also need to make sure the software lasts. A ph
by adrianmsmith 3y ago
> The Pro lineup is built to last, [bunch of physical attributes]
Having hardware which lasts is good, but they also need to make sure the software lasts. A phone is hardware + software, both need to last for the phone to last.
I know Apple is much better at this than Android, but still, they could be even better. My iPhone X does everything I need, physically it's still in pristine condition (so well done to Apple for that), but they're going to drop software support soon. Meaning no security updates, and apps will eventually stop supporting the old OS and thus the phone.
- andz 3y agoIt's a shame that the 8/X isn't getting a proper feature update, but you should still be fine in terms of security updates. Apple released 12.5.7 earlier this year which is compatible with the 5S — a phone that's now ten years old. Apple has consistently provided security updates for it each year since its release.
- adrianmsmith 3y agoAh I see, I didn't realise they went back that far. That's good to know, thanks!
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- solarmist 3y agoSecurity updates will continue, just not iOS 17.