Apple drops older iPads, Watches from OS updates

Apple is discontinuing support for several older iPad and Apple Watch models with its latest operating system updates, watchOS 27 and iPadOS 27. This year's update drops support for four generations of Apple Watch models, meaning devices like the Apple Watch Series 9 will no longer receive software updates. Similarly, older iPad models will also be excluded from the new OS. This move aligns with Apple's strategy of phasing out support for aging hardware to focus resources on newer devices and ensure optimal performance for its latest software.