Apple released an update to iOS 16.2 to users a few days ago.

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When Apple released the iOS 16 version this year, it eliminated as many as 5 old iPhone models in one go, and only supported iPhone 8 and subsequent model upgrades. The biggest upgrade highlight of this version is that it brings a more "personalized" style Lock the screen and optimize a number of useful functions.

The next-generation iOS 17 version, which is expected to debut at the WWDC Developers Conference in June 2023 next year, has the latest news that it may further eliminate three iPhone 8 models that were launched in 2017 and are mainly equipped with the A11 chip. , iPhone 8 Plus and the first iPhone X with a "notch" screen.

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Among them, iPhone X was regarded as a special commemorative edition for the 10th anniversary of the iPhone at the time, and it shouldered the representative symbol of creating the next decade of the iPhone. "Notch" OLED screen model.

According to a foreign media Lifewire report, next year's new generation of iOS 17 support list, if the above three old iPhone devices are eliminated, it is likely because the specifications and configurations do not meet the upgrade requirements.

It is rumored that Apple will release the first AR/VR helmet head-mounted smart device next year. At the same time, it is also starting to redesign the iMessage message function. It is expected to introduce a new AR chat application, which will be on the road with the new generation of iOS 17 operating system next year. .

In addition, on the other hand, it is rumored that in order to comply with EU regulations, Apple is preparing to initiate major changes to the App Store, which is speculated to be launched on iOS 17 next year, and it is not even ruled out that Apple will open more iOS functions to third-party apps. Including browser engine and NFC.


If the rumors are true, Apple’s minimum requirements for the new version of the iOS 17 system will start from the A12 chip, mainly covering products launched after 2018 such as iPhone XS/XS Max, iPhone XR including subsequent models, and the second-generation iPhone SE including subsequent models. model.

However, there is still nearly half a year before the arrival of Apple's WWDC developer conference next year, and it is not ruled out that the supported upgrade models will change.

The actual upgrade conditions and list of supported models are yet to be announced by Apple at that time.