# Apple pushes 'critical' software alerts to iPhones running out-of-date versions of iOS — here's how to stay safe

> Apple is pushing iOS alerts to older handsets You need to apply the latest updates to stay protected This affects iOS 13 through to iOS 17. 2.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/apple-pushes-critical-software-alerts-to-iphones-running-out-of-date-versions-of-ios-heres-how-to-stay-safe?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69c970b5f678837de71c4716)
- **Published:** 2026-03-29
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #iphone #apple #alerts #date #running #stay #versions #critical
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