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In June, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 17 at WWDC 2023. A major question on the minds of many iPhone users is whether the new operating system will be compatible with older models. While one source claims that iOS 17 will support the iPhone X and iPhone 8/8 Plus, there is also an opposite rumor claiming that these models will no longer be supported. This article summarizes the current state of affairs surrounding iOS 17 and its compatibility with older iPhone models.
The compatibility of the new operating system is an important issue for iPhone users, as older models may no longer support all the features of the new operating system. A reputable leaker claims (via MacRumors) that iOS 17 will be compatible with all iPhones that support iOS 16, including the iPhone X and iPhone 8/8 Plus. This claim contradicts a rumor that appeared on Tuesday made the rounds and said that the new operating system will no longer support the models mentioned. However, the source of the rumor has often been correct in the past when it comes to predicting Apple updates. It is important to note that older models will not support all the features of the new operating system.
Rumors about compatibility contradict each other
In the past, Apple has only released certain features to newer models to ensure that older devices are not overwhelmed, so it's possible that some features of iOS 17 won't be available on older models. It's also worth noting that yesterday's rumor isn't the first to suggest that iOS 17 could drop support for the iPhone X and iPhone 8/8 Plus. These models are now five years old, which Apple has used in the past to drop software support for some older iPhones. Additionally, they're the only iPhones equipped with the A11 chip, which is vulnerable to a jailbreaking exploit that Apple can't fix. The question of which iPhone models will be compatible with iOS 17 remains unanswered for now.
WWDC 2023: iOS 17 expected to be unveiled on June 5th
While one source claims that all iPhones that also support iOS 16 will also support iOS 17, there is also an opposite rumor that claims that the iPhone X and iPhone 8/8 Plus will no longer be supported. It remains to be seen which models will actually be compatible with the new operating system and which features will be released to older models. However, it is expected that older models will not support all of iOS 17's features. In any case, the launch of iOS 17 will be major news for iPhone users as the operating system will include numerous new features and improvements. On June 05, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 17 at WWDC, which will bring more clarity on which iPhone models will support the new operating system and which will not. (Image: Apple)
