Own These Apple Devices? Don't Count on Software Updates

Here’s the good news: Apple’s WWDC 2025 over the summer showed off the latest iterations of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS (all assigned 26 as a version number), each with new features and user interface updates. The bad news? They won’t be released for every device.

If you’re using or reliant on any of the following devices, it might be time to consider an upgrade:

• iPad (7th Generation)

• iPhone XR

• iPhone XS

• iPhone XS Max

• MacBook Air (2020, Intel)

• MacBook Pro (2018, all models)

• MacBook Pro (2019, 13-inch and 15-inch models)

• MacBook Pro (2020, Intel, 2 Thunderbolt ports)

• Mac mini (2018)

• iMac (2019)

• iMac Pro (2017)

Apple Watches have a stay of execution (for now).

Does this mean I have to upgrade?

If your current configuration is working well for you and your organization, the answer is no–for now. It’s not business-critical to upgrade each time Apple (or Microsoft) put a halt on new releases for their hardware.

That said, OS updates don’t just introduce new bells and whistles: They often have security updates to patch known device vulnerabilities, meaning your attackable surface increases with every new version. If you’re using hardware and an OS with known vulnerabilities, you’re ultimately putting a target on your back for cybercriminals. 

Not sure if your devices made the cut? Nodal can help! Contact us today.