GoKawiiliOS 27 will be unveiled in just over a week, and rumors indicate there are lots of reasons why the new software might push more people than usual to upgrade to a new iPhone.
iOS 27 compatibility list won’t tell the whole story
Every year, Apple launches a major new version of iOS at the same time as new iPhones debut. There’s a marketing benefit to this, as seeing all the new features in iOS might motivate users to buy a new, more capable iPhone.
But rumors indicate that could be more true than ever this year.
Apple has a strong history of supporting older devices with its latest software versions. iOS 26, for example, is compatible with iPhones released up to six years prior.
iOS 27, per rumors, is expected to drop support for four iPhone models.
However, the biggest reason Apple might see more iPhone upgrades this year isn’t due to those dropped models.
Rather, it’s because many of iOS 27’s best features will be limited to AI-supported iPhones.
Why iOS 27’s AI focus could motivate iPhone purchases
Apple Intelligence launched in 2024 with strict hardware requirements. You have to have an iPhone 15 Pro or newer to use Apple’s AI features.
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