However, it has a problem, and that is that Apple has not wanted to update it, therefore, we will not be able to continue using iOS 17, 18… on it, and this is its biggest drawback, but is it enough to not purchase it, or is it something What could we overlook?
An iPhone X in 2024
The first thing that catches our attention is the price, since we can see quite a few for around 100 euros on Wallapop and second-hand apps. Also, in good condition, and with a battery and functions up to this year’s standards.
However, this price is due, in part, to its iOS version. And it is no longer updateable, and that is a big problem, at least for many users.
And we are not talking about simply not being able to have the latest news, widgets, etc., but there will be apps that cannot be updated, due to the iOS version, and this will end up being a useless mobile.
We can give a very simple example, and it is WhatsApp. This app, from time to time, requires an update, and when the time comes, it will also require a minimum iOS, therefore, if you have an iPhone be a big mistake, since, perhaps, in a few months, with the release of iOS 18, there will be many apps that require, at least, iOS 17, and since this model cannot have it, you will be left without them. And we are not just talking about the most famous in terms of messaging, but also, and very commonly, those of banks and apps that require a minimum of security. So if you can’t even do a simple Bizum with your mobile… it is better not to consider the purchase.
In short, today, an iPhone If we think about a cheap mobile phone as an investment, things change, therefore, it will depend on your need. It is still a great option, but Apple wanted to kill it, and not updating it more will cause it to be forgotten very quickly.
We believe that due to its quality and performance it should have reached one more version, however, it was left with the iPhone 8 in iOS 16, and, therefore, from La Manzana Mordida, we do not recommend purchasing this phone in 2024, no matter how cheap it may be. That is, since it may be that, from one day to the next, that app that you use a lot will no longer be compatible, and, therefore, your mobile phone will not be functional.
And you, what do you think? Do you think it is a good mobile for everyday use, or is it better not to risk a non-updatable version?
