Netflix App To Discontinue Support for Older iPhones and iPads; Check Details and Know Why
Netflix will soon stop supporting older iPhones and iPads, specifically those running on iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 or earlier versions Devices likely to be impacted include iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad (5th generation), and iPad Pro (1st generation).
New Delhi, September 14: Netflix will reportedly stop supporting older iPhones and iPads soon, leaving some users unable to access the Netflix app on their Apple devices. As per reports, the Netflix app will no longer work on iPhones and iPads running on older versions of iOS and iPadOS. The decision may come as a surprise to users of older Apple devices who still use the Netflix app for their streaming needs.
As per a report of The Economic Times, Netflix has announced that it will be discontinuing support for devices running iOS 16 or earlier versions. Netflix has announced that it will no longer provide support for iOS 16 and iPadOS 16. Instead, they will update the Netflix app to work on iOS 17 or any newer versions, as per a report of India Today. It means that iPhone and iPad users with these older operating systems will no longer be able to access the Netflix app. Aadhaar Update Scheme New Update: UIDAI Extends Free Aadhaar Update Scheme Till December 14.
Which Apple Devices Will Be Affected?
If you own an older iPhone or iPad, it is essential to check if your device is on the list of affected models. Several older iPhone and iPad models will likely be affected by this change. Any device that cannot be updated beyond iOS 16 or iPadOS 16 might lose access to the Netflix app. For iPhone users. Here's everything you need to know about why Netflix is making this change and which devices will be impacted. Gemini Live Now Available for Free: Explore, Talk, and Brainstorm Ideas on Android.
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone X
- iPad (5th generation)
- iPad Pro (1st generation)
According to reports, although devices using iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 can still use the current Netflix app, they will not receive any future updates that will bring improvements or fix bugs. Users should upgrade their devices that are compatible with iOS 17 or iPadOS 17. Netflix has not provided an official timeline for when the support will end, it is anticipated to occur soon.
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