While there are more streaming services than ever, Netflix will likely be one of the first you think of. From Stranger Things to Squid Game, the streaming giant has consistently attracted millions of subscribers, but if you’re watching it on an older app iPhone or iPad you may have to trade up to get your next binge-watch fix.
The Netflix app won’t support iOS 16 or iPadOS 16 anytime soon MacRumors. This means you’ll need to update to iOS 17 or iPadOS 17 to continue using the app, but older devices won’t be able to make the transition.
Note that the 2017 iPhone X and iPhone 8 models will be stuck with iOS 16, as well as anyone using the original iPad Pro.
Netflix won’t work on these devices soon
The full list of affected devices is as follows:
- iPhone 8 and 8 Plus
- iPhone X
- iPad (5th generation)
- iPad Pro (1st generation)
While you, astute iMore reader, are likely to have improved since the launch of these devices, it may be worth letting family members know their options to avoid the lag without Wednesday, Money Heist or Bridgerton.
Netflix recently did not allow users to pay for their subscriptions through the App Store To bypass Apple’s cutoff of payments.
