These four iPhone models won't get iOS 27, leaker claims

iOS 27 is expected to arrive later this year with new features, improvements, and system changes. Like every major update, it will likely bring better performance, new tools, and updates to existing apps. However, a new leak suggests that not all iPhone users will be able to upgrade this time.

According to leaker Instant Digital on Weibo, Apple may drop support for four iPhone models with iOS 27. The leaker shared a list of devices expected to receive the update, but a few older models that currently support iOS 26 were missing, which include the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, and iPhone SE (2nd generation). 

Based on the list shared, iOS 27 will only work on the iPhone 12 series or newer models. For the SE lineup, only the iPhone SE (3rd generation) is expected to be supported. 

For users who are not familiar with how this works, dropping support does not mean your phone will suddenly stop working. It simply means the device will no longer receive the latest iOS updates. You will still be able to use your phone, make calls, install apps, and do everything you normally do.

However, over time, apps may start requiring newer iOS versions, which means some apps may stop updating or working properly. On the bright side, Apple usually continues to release security updates for older devices, so you are not left completely unprotected.