Apple has been accused of utilizing planned obsolescence tactics to encourage users to upgrade their iPhones more frequently. With each new iPhone release, it seems like the company introduces features that make older models quickly outdated, pushing users towards purchasing the latest version.
From the iPhone 15 to the iPhone 16 series, and now with the recent announcement of the iPhone 17 lineup, Apple seems to have mastered the art of making customers feel the need to upgrade to stay current. Whether it's the introduction of new technologies like the cooling chamber in the iPhone 17 Pro or the reliance on features like Liquid Glass in iOS 26, Apple creates a sense of urgency for users to upgrade to avoid missing out on the latest advancements.
