A more sane iOS 17 compatibility list has been leaked

Devices that cannot get a newer os version still work, and they still get some security updates. 

JP234 said:

Kind of a non-issue, isn't it? If you have one of the originally listed devices, they don't magically become bricks. You can still use them as you always have. The only potential risk I see is that there wouldn't be any more security updates. My guess is that the people who haven't upgraded their phones or iPads in 6 years or more won't have the kind of sensitive data the big players want. Of course that leaves thousands of chaos agents who will target devices without the latest patches, steal your identity, max your credit cards, empty your bank account and blackmail you over those pictures of your dork that you sent to your secret "friend!" Takeaway: when the manufacturer (Apple in this case) stops supporting your hardware, or software for that matter, it's time to spend some money and get up to date.

Incorrect. The devices which are nit getting the newest iOS still get updates for security. 

BiC said:

Apple should make a flip burner phone.  One would be surprised how many individuals use burner phones - especially hot women.

Tell me more about these hot women that use burner phones.
Perhaps you could start by saying “ I never thought this would happen to me….”

JP234 said:

urahara said:

JP234 said:

Kind of a non-issue, isn't it? If you have one of the originally listed devices, they don't magically become bricks. You can still use them as you always have. The only potential risk I see is that there wouldn't be any more security updates. My guess is that the people who haven't upgraded their phones or iPads in 6 years or more won't have the kind of sensitive data the big players want. Of course that leaves thousands of chaos agents who will target devices without the latest patches, steal your identity, max your credit cards, empty your bank account and blackmail you over those pictures of your dork that you sent to your secret "friend!" Takeaway: when the manufacturer (Apple in this case) stops supporting your hardware, or software for that matter, it's time to spend some money and get up to date.

Incorrect. The devices which are nit getting the newest iOS still get updates for security. 

Not correct. Security updates are continued for devices Apple labels "vintage" but once they're designated "obsolete," that's it. No more updates, period.

Yes, but none of the phones in question are even vintage yet.