iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch

Alongside iOS 26.2.1, Apple today released an updated version of iOS 12 for devices that are still running that operating system update, eight years after the software was first released. iOS 12.5.8 is available for the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 6,

Apple Issues Urgent Software Fix Affecting Over 2 Billion iPhones

Apple released urgent iOS updates, including iOS 12.5.8 for older iPhones, after emergency-call issues in Australia and a 2027 certificate deadline.

If You Have This iPhone Model, You Will No Longer Be Able To Run 1 Critical Update — And That’s A Big Problem

Many iPhone users are not happy that they can no longer put off doing the latest iOS update, in order to keep their iPhone secure. Doing this kind of update is inconvenient, and it might be aesthetically displeasing, but it’s unfortunately necessary to have a safe and secure iPhone in the long run.

Why the latest iPhone update is leaving ordinary users and tech experts grumbling

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to digital writer Patrick Holland about why some iPhone users dislike the latest iOS update.
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Apple Is Unexpectedly Breathing New Life Into Some of Its Older iPhones

Have you had the same iPhone for over a decade? You may be in for some good news.

Apple breaks its software record for millions of devices – the immortal iPhone 5S gets an update 12 years after launching

Apple has just updated some ancient handsets, ensuring they stay functional for longer.