How long will the iPhone 12 get IOS updates and security updates

I'm looking to purchase an iPhone 12.

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Posted on Sep 9, 2024 5:48 PM

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Bob Timmons

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Posted on Sep 9, 2024 5:58 PM

iPhone 12 was discontinued in Sept 2023.

Apple normally supports a model for 7 years after it has been discontinued.

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Bob Timmons

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Sep 9, 2024 5:58 PM in response to Bflotom2

iPhone 12 was discontinued in Sept 2023.

Apple normally supports a model for 7 years after it has been discontinued.

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Sep 9, 2024 5:55 PM in response to Bflotom2

As of now it supports iOS 17.6.1. Apple hasn’t announced whether it will support iOS 18.

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