Netflix will soon stop working on these iPhones, iPads
Netflix has announced plans to discontinue its app support for certain older iPhone and iPad models. The streaming giant will no longer offer updates compatible with devices operating on iOS 16. This decision follows the company's recent discontinuation of its app for the third-generation Apple TV. The latest update to the Netflix app for iOS includes a warning about this impending change.
Alert to iOS 16 users
The alert displayed on devices running the Netflix app on iOS 16 states, "We've updated the Netflix app! To use the latest version, install iOS 17 or later." While users can currently dismiss this alert and continue using the app, it is expected to stop functioning in due course. The exact timeline for support termination is yet to be confirmed. Netflix's decision to end support for older devices is part of a broader strategy to concentrate on newer software versions.
Devices affected by Netflix's decision
The devices that will be impacted by this change include iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5 (2017), and the first-generation iPad Pro. These models are unable to upgrade to iOS 17 or iPadOS 17. Despite this setback, users with these devices can still access Netflix via a web browser. This ensures they won't be entirely disconnected from the service due to app compatibility issues.
