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iOS 27 is anticipated to be announced on June 8 at WWDC, with speculation suggesting that this software upgrade might discontinue support for several older iPhone models. As excitement grows for new capabilities, including a major redesign of Siri and alterations in design, users are left pondering if their devices will be eligible for the newest update.

Recent information hints that iOS 27 will exclude the following models:

– iPhone 11 Pro Max
– iPhone 11 Pro
– iPhone 11
– iPhone SE (2nd generation)

Reports indicate that iOS 27 will necessitate an iPhone 12 or newer, and while iOS 26 offered support for the second-generation iPhone SE, the new version will be limited to iPhone SE 3 or later models. This marks the second year in a row that Apple has ceased support for older iPhone models, after the iPhone XS series was left out of iOS 26.

While Apple will still issue updates for iOS 26, these will be restricted to bug fixes and security enhancements following the launch of iOS 27. It’s crucial to recognize that many of the expected features of iOS 27 may necessitate newer hardware, particularly the iPhone 15 Pro or more recent models, implying that even eligible devices may not support all new functionalities.

As the launch date nears, users are urged to evaluate if their existing iPhone model will be compatible with the forthcoming iOS 27 and its features.

A recent report from Omdia reveals that iPhone shipments in Latin America climbed by 31% year on year in Q1 2026, largely driven by the robust performance of the iPhone 17 and an outstanding 80% rise in shipments in Mexico.

As per Omdia, Samsung retained its top position in the Latin American smartphone arena, delivering 12.9 million units and achieving a 37% market share, reflecting a 9% improvement from the previous year. Xiaomi came in second with 6 million units and a 17% share, while Motorola secured third position with 4.9 million units and a 14% share. HONOR took fourth place with 3.4 million units and a 10% share, and Apple completed the top five with 1.8 million units, which accounts for a 5% market share.

Although Apple saw a slight increase of 400,000 shipments, its 31% yearly growth was the highest among leading brands, closely trailed by HONOR with a 30% gain. Overall, the smartphone market in the region recorded 34.8 million shipments, indicating a modest 3% growth. This growth was constrained by shortages and rising prices of memory components, which impacted the availability of affordable devices, as noted by Omdia’s Senior Analyst, Miguel Ángel Pérez.

The report emphasizes that the top five markets made up 73% of total shipments in Q1 2026, with Brazil and Mexico being the only regions where Apple had a notable presence. In Brazil, Apple secured a 5% market share, while in Mexico, the company rose to third place with a 16% share, thanks to the remarkable performance of the iPhone 17 series.

Looking forward, Omdia predicts that increasing memory costs will become more noticeable in retail prices starting late Q2 2026, especially for devices priced under $300. This scenario highlights the significance of higher-end models for Apple, as the iPhone mainly competes in segments that are less sensitive to price changes.

For more information, the complete report from Omdia can be found [here](https://omdia.tech.informa.com/pr/2026/may/latin-american-smartphone-market-grows-3percent-in-1q-2026-to-34point8-million-units-amid-rising-memory-costs).