Apple drops unexpected iOS update, including older models—full device list

Apple surprises users with unexpected update, quietly reviving older iPhones and iPads.

If you have this iPhone model, you will no longer be able to run 1 critical update — and that’s a big problem

Apple's latest software update might be frustratingly inconvenient but unfortunately, it’s also necessary.

Apple patches ancient iOS versions to keep iMessage, FaceTime, other services working

When Apple stops supporting older iPhones and iPads with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, it usually isn’t the end of the line—Apple keeps releasing new security-only patches for those devices for another year or two, keeping them usable while their hardware is still reasonably capable.

These 'Obsolete' iPhones Just Received a New Update

Apple released a new update for the iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus, but don't expect any new features.