iPhone 11 series may be dropped from next iOS update

iPhone 11 series may be dropped from next iOS update
iPhone 11 series may be dropped from next iOS update - Sample of Apple's Iphones. (Photo: Freepik)
Sample of Apple's Iphones. (Photo: Freepik)

The iPhone 11 series, released in September 2019, has already received several years of major iOS updates, representing what is widely considered a full support cycle for Apple devices.

Each year, when Apple unveils a new version of iOS at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), it typically marks the end of software support for certain older iPhone and iPad models.
These decisions are usually based on whether newer features can still run efficiently on ageing hardware.
This year, however, speculation is rife over the next major update, widely referred to in reports as iOS 27. Apple has not officially confirmed either the final version number or the list of supported devices.

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According to a leak attributed to Instant Digital, Apple may be preparing to move several older devices into its unsupported or “legacy” category.
These include the iPhone 11 series: the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, as well as the iPhone SE (2nd generation).
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The report suggests that these devices could be left on iOS 26, with no access to the next major operating system upgrade.

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However, it also claims that Apple may continue providing security updates for a limited period even after major software support ends.
The iPhone 11 series, released in September 2019, has already received several years of major iOS updates, representing what is widely considered a full support cycle for Apple devices.
The iPhone SE (2nd generation), launched in 2020, follows a similar hardware generation approach.
If the leak proves accurate, these models would be reaching the end of their major update lifecycle, though not necessarily the end of all software support.
The final compatibility list for the next iOS version is expected to be revealed during Apple’s WWDC 2026 keynote, scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026. Apple typically announces the new operating system alongside developer beta releases immediately after the event.
Technology analysts caution that early leaks about iOS compatibility are common but not always accurate. While some predictions align closely with Apple’s eventual announcements, others change significantly before official release.
For now, users are advised to await the official WWDC announcement on device compatibility or software longevity.

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