At WWDC 2025, Apple announced the latest updates for its operating systems, including iOS 26, iPadOS 26, MacOS 26, and WatchOS 26. They revealed which devices will be forward-compatible and which ones will no longer receive updates. The iPhone typically receives six to eight years of updates, and numerous iPhone and Mac models are incompatible with the upcoming software. Intel-based Macs face particular challenges, as many will be left without updates, prompting users to consider new hardware soon.
Apple's newly announced operating systems will not support several older device models, marking a significant shift in the longevity of software updates for iPhones and Macs.
With iPhone typically receiving six to eight years of major OS updates, the latest list reveals numerous models that will no longer receive vital updates.
Most Intel-based Mac models are also being dropped from support for MacOS 26, highlighting a trend towards phasing out older hardware.
Especially for Macs, users may need to consider replacements soon, as most models with Intel processors will end support with MacOS 26.
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