4 Apple Boosted Old Devices

Sure, iPhones last a while on their own, but they’re just as subject to becoming obsolete as any technology as the years go on. But over the last couple of years, in the wake of Batterygate, Apple took steps to actually extend the lifespans of its devices in the wild.

That includes battery health tools and discounted battery swaps that can keep an iPhone performing at peak capacity longer. It also includes iOS 12, which significantly boosted the performance of older iPhones. That may not be the best for hardware sales, but it’s certainly great for Apple’s broader sustainability initiatives and environmental goals.