Apple always seeks to develop and improve the user experience, and we see this through continuous iOS system updates to address technical and security problems, but with the development of devices the operating system evolves with it, and thus old iPhone devices are excluded successively, except for necessary security updates from time to time and the other. Because Apple believes that it is not suitable for running the latest versions of the operating system, and this is due to the weakness of its components such as processors, operating memory, and so on. But we see that Apple supports old iPhone devices with the latest updates for years that may reach more than five years, so what happens to your old phone if you download a new update? What is the scenario that might happen to this old iPhone? Follow us.
What are the consequences of downloading a new iOS update on an old iPhone?
The user thinks the owner of the old iPhone that the update will increase the performance of his phone, and add new features to it. But any of this will happen most of the time, rather he is surprised by the emergence of some technical problems, and the lack of operation of many of the features of the new update, and the reason for this is that the new update and new features are not directed to his phone, but to new phones that support these features and modern technologies that are already equipped with components From processors and other, high-efficiency compatible with it, you can deal with these powerful software.
iPhone battery deterioration
The decline in battery performance after each new update makes some sense, because there are system indexing processes that take place in the background for a few days, and then it settles down. These operations require significant processing, which is reflected negatively on the battery, so it drains quickly compared to before the update. More than 64% of iPhone users suffer from Battery problems After downloading the new update, according to many reports, what if you downloaded it to the old iPhone? It will be very stressful.
slow down the phone
Some may think that Apple is the reason behind the slow old versions of iPhone devices, in order to force users to buy modern versions, but this is not true, it is simply that after downloading a new iOS update on your old phone, it needs newer technologies and greater effort. In order for it to work normally, or these updates are more compatible with modern phones. So you may find your iPhone works slower than usual, and takes longer to complete large tasks.
The emergence of technical problems in your phone
We all know that Apple releases updates iOS In order to fix some technical or security problems, not to mention the new features, but some new problems may appear with the new update. For example, some users reported issues with camera freezing, bluetooth and wifi crashes, and battery issues as well. So we advise you to wait until these problems are fixed first, then update your iPhone.
Your phone will not get all the features
If you download a new update for your old phone, this does not mean that your phone will get all the features offered by the update, but you will face the problem of application compatibility with the new operating system, especially if Apple developers do not intervene to solve this problem.
common questions
In this part, we will answer most of the common questions about downloading a new update on an old iPhone.
Can I avoid downloading the iPhone update?
This is not recommended at all, because you may put your privacy and data at risk, as the iOS update encrypts your files and increases the privacy of your data. Moreover, updating the operating system will protect your phone from security vulnerabilities.
What phones are not available for new updates?
Since 2022, Apple has announced that it will stop supporting some iPhone devices, and that the iOS 16 update will not be available for these phones, and they are:
- iPhone 7 and 7 Plus.
- iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.
- The first generation of iPhone SE.
What does it mean to stop updating your iPhone?
Your iPhone will not have updates for new versions of iOS. But it will work for you, but with lower or older application versions, or some of these applications may stop supporting your system, and not work on it.
Will downloading the iOS update by unofficial methods do the trick?
Certainly, this matter is completely unacceptable, as it may be the reason for the failure of the basic programs in your iPhone.
I agree with you, updates are important for security
But do you expect that updates for old devices will cause some device functions to malfunction, even if the update is from Apple?
Because I have an iPhone 7 Plus, and after the latest update, the camera started working again, and the device started to hang and turn off on its own. If I used it for more than a quarter of an hour, I deleted the camera program and blocked access to the camera. I said, “It can be set,” and yet the same thing.
But even the iPhone 8 will not get the 17 update, right?
Away from the topic, is it true that memory collection is (memories) as you mentioned in the article? I am not an expert in the Arabic language, but I think that the plural of memory may be memories, and God knows best. Thank you for your patience
Hello Ahmed Al-Hamdani 🙋♂️, the Arabic language is actually rich in words and forms, and the plural of the word “memory” can be “dhokir” or “memories” and both are correct. Thank you for your interaction and patience in raising this comment. 🍏👍
The information in the article is logical, and if I did not know a little about programming, I would not have been convinced of the article, but unfortunately this is a fact and I would like to say that the iPhone Pro and Pro Max devices carry a better performance than the regular iPhone, but today there is a category of the iPhone audience that may appear more is their conviction that some iPhones Better than new, like what happened with the iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Some thought that the iPhone 13 Pro Max is better in battery life, but the experience proved the opposite, and that rumor continued.
Welcome, Arkan 🙌🏻, I agree with you! The higher versions of the iPhone, such as the Pro and Pro Max, have better battery and processing performance, but this does not necessarily mean that each new generation will be better than the previous one in everything. There may be a preference for some older versions over newer ones in some situations. 😄📱💡
What about iPhone SE four?
I'm waiting to announce it if its battery is a decoration I bought it
What do you think of the iPhone Se? Is it highly efficient and worth buying for those who want the economy? And will it take many updates?
Hi Sultan Muhammad 👋, iPhone SE is definitely a powerful and highly capable device especially considering its reasonable price. It is an ideal choice for those who want to get the iOS experience without having to pay a lot of money. As for updates, Apple is known for supporting its devices for long periods of time, so the iPhone SE is expected to continue receiving updates for years to come 📱💡.
iPhone SE 2020
The second generation I bought because I did not need the higher version, and because I prefer the small size of the devices, but the battery is not encouraged, knowing that I do not like video clips, and if I played a video, I would not complete it. I use communications, workshop messages, browsing Twitter, websites, and reading
But the battery is limited to approximately 6 hours and then runs out
I still have the iPhone 7, and I used the two devices together for a year. The battery of the iPhone 7 is still the original, I did not change it, and it is weak, but when it was 3 years old, its battery was better than the SE now.
Right
I have an iPhone 7, and after the update, it became slow, the battery drained very quickly, and the opening of programs was also slow
Hi Zaher 🙋♂️, The reason for this may be that new updates usually include features and improvements that require more resources from the hardware, and this may lead to faster battery consumption and delays in opening applications. So, it might be best to reset the settings or even make a backup and then restore the device. And don't forget to always backup your data before starting this process! 😄📱💽
Is there a way to update old devices such as the iPhone 16 to new updates such as iOS XNUMX? And do we have to use a jailbreak to do this task?
Hi Sultan Muhammad! 😊 In fact, older devices like iPhone 6 do not support new updates like iOS 16. Apple only provides updates for its newer devices, which include the components required to run these updates. As for jailbreaking, yes it can help run some new update features on older devices, but using a jailbreak puts your device at risk and may result in losing Apple's warranty. 🚫 All in all, it's better to keep the stable OS which is compatible with your device. 📱👍🏼
I mean, I have to buy a new iPhone for it to be compatible with iOS 17
Welcome bnfars al fars 😊 You don't have to buy a new iPhone to enjoy iOS 17. Apple has been supporting older devices with updates for a long time, but you may find that some new features don't work on older devices. Also, the update may affect battery performance and speed. After all, if your device works fine and you love it, there's no need to change it! 📱😉
The title of the article suggests that in an unofficial way to update an old device to a new system! I was excited to open the article and to get to the point of how to update the old device in an unofficial way, but unfortunately this is not the content of the article!
Hi Mohamed👋, I apologize if the title raised your expectations. But as mentioned in the article, casual update for older devices is not really recommended, as it may break some of your device's essential software. We here at iPhoneIslam always encourage official and safe ways when dealing with Apple products 🍏. Thanks for your understanding and communication! 😊
I thought the same before reading the article 😅
Devices that are not supported for iOSXNUMX update iPhone XNUMX, iPhone XNUMX Plus, and iPhone X
Dear iOS and tech world 🌏📱, Thank you for your valuable feedback! According to the current information, there is no official confirmation from Apple about the iPhone devices that will not support the iOS 17 update. Therefore, we advise you to wait until the official announcement from Apple. Always remember, the apple 🍏 doesn't fall far from the tree iPhoneIslam! 😄
What devices will not support iOS 17?
I myself do not, but I know a person who was using iPhone6s and constantly updating his device until the external speaker did not work, do you expect that this is the reason for the failure of the external speaker ?, or is there another reason?
Hello Sultan Muhammad 👋, it is most likely that the updates are not responsible for the failure of the external speaker. Updates aim to improve system performance and fix technical problems, but they may lead to increased pressure on device components such as the processor and battery. Of course, there are other reasons that may cause the speaker to malfunction, such as exposure to shock or water falling on it. 🎧📱💧 It is always preferable to consult an expert or an authorized service center in case of any problems with the device.