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Shock for iPhone users, these 4 models will become useless as soon as iOS 27 arrives, is your phone also included in the list?

Samira Vishwas | April 21, 2026 7:24 PM CST

News India Live, Digital Desk: A big and shocking news is coming for the fans of Apple. If you are still using an old iPhone model, be careful. According to the latest reports and leaks in the tech world, Apple is planning to launch its upcoming operating system. iOS 27 Is preparing to leave some old and popular iPhone models with iPhone. This means that after this big update coming in the year 2026, many iPhone users may be deprived of new features and security updates.

Which iPhone models will be affected?

According to information shared by a famous tipster on social media platform Weibo, at least for iOS 27 A14 Bionic Having a chip may be mandatory. In such a situation, the iPhones in which A13 Bionic Chip is installed, they will be out of this list. According to the report, the following 4 models will not get the iOS 27 update:

iPhone 11

iPhone 11 Pro

iPhone 11 Pro Max

iPhone SE (2nd Generation)

Why is the support of these models being stopped?

Apple usually provides software updates to its devices every 5 to 7 years. The iPhone 11 series was launched in the year 2019, while the iPhone SE (2nd Gen) came in the year 2020. With iOS 27, Apple’s main focus is on ‘Apple Intelligence’ and advanced AI features. To run these heavy features, more RAM and a powerful processor are required, which is not available in older models. This is why Apple is now planning to retire these devices.

Will your phone become a complete box?

If your iPhone is included in this list, then there is no need to panic. Whenever Apple stops a major update of a device, it still continues to provide important security patches and bug fixes (through iOS 26) for some time. However, you will not be able to enjoy the new interface, customization options and latest AI features of iOS 27. Apps like WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram will continue to work on your phone for now, but over time, performance may slow down due to lack of new updates.

When will iOS 27 be officially announced?

It is expected that Apple will WWDC 2026 iOS 27 will be unveiled in the month of June. After this, it can be rolled out for the general public in September 2026. If you are an iPhone user and want to stay updated with the latest technology, then perhaps this might be the right time for you to upgrade your phone.