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Not Updating Due to 32 Bit Apps No Longer Working?

AnimAlu

AnimAlu

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I would like to know how many out there are not going to update at this time due to the fact that their 32-bit apps will no longer be working? I have a host of favorite apps, especially on the iPad, which have not yet been converted to 64-bit even though the warning to do so has been around for quite a while. I'm hoping that the release of iOS 11 will push these app authors to convert, but I suppose the reality is that many won't. Just wondering if there are any others out there with these concerns, and what your plans are at this point?
 
I'm updating my phone but not my iPad for this reason. Nothing mission critical, but won't update that until it's required for other app updates.
 
haruhiko said:
I think depending important workflow or usage on abandoned apps is not a wise choice anyway. I am considering to delete all those 32-bit apps if they are not being updated in a few weeks.
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Yes, I was thinking it might be a good way to clean house as well. Of course if I delete a 32-bit app, I won't be notified if a 64-bit replacement becomes available, which is a problem...
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BigRed1 said:
I'm updating my phone but not my iPad for this reason. Nothing mission critical, but won't update that until it's required for other app updates.
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Yes, that's where I think I'm heading as well...
 
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I have few useful 32 bit apps, they are all discontinued. So, no chance to get any update. I just deleted them all few minutes ago and ready for the iOS 11.
 
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I’ve checked and have a few apps that I will be bummed to lose, but it’s time for things to move forward.
 
My 6+ phone will be staying on 10.3.3 for my 32 bit apps, and will become my ‘iPod touch’ once I get the new X. I have 12 games that have never been updated that I have had since iPhone 4 days, and I want to keep them around.
They don’t need internet, so it will stay in airplane mode with all connectivity turned off and signed out of iCloud.
As a stand-alone device it should be safe, and it can charge just about anywhere (unlike a retina iPad mini that will no longer charge from the usb on my work monitor). I even have 2 good solar panels that work great on it.
 
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RobinInOR said:
My 6+ phone will be staying on 10.3.3 for my 32 bit apps, and will become my ‘iPod touch’ once I get the new X. I have 12 games that have never been updated that I have had since iPhone 4 days, and I want to keep them around.
They don’t need internet, so it will stay in airplane mode with all connectivity turned off and signed out of iCloud.
As a stand-alone device it should be safe, and it can charge just about anywhere (unlike a retina iPad mini that will no longer charge from the usb on my work monitor). I even have 2 good solar panels that work great on it.
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That's a great strategy I think!
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Bryan Bowler said:
I’ve checked and have a few apps that I will be bummed to lose, but it’s time for things to move forward.
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Part of me is feeling this way as well. But I'm still thinking about it...
 
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Purchased an iPad mini 4 and moved all my 32bit apps on to it. No reason to update that to IOS 11 so those are safe in case I do need them at some point.
 
It depends on the apps you must have. For me, I've been eagerly waiting for iOS 11 to hit the streets. I can live with the small minority of apps that I have that won't run.
 
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I'm wondering if this issue will slow down the iOS 11 adoption rate, but I guess we shall soon see!
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tkukoc said:
Purchased an iPad mini 4 and moved all my 32bit apps on to it. No reason to update that to IOS 11 so those are safe in case I do need them at some point.
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Smart way to do it...
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maflynn said:
It depends on the apps you must have. For me, I've been eagerly waiting for iOS 11 to hit the streets. I can live with the small minority of apps that I have that won't run.
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For me there's quite a few :(
 
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All 5s, 6+, 6s+ updated, definitely worth the update, can totally forget about the 32 bit apps now. I really like the iOS 11, those small changes make the big difference.
 
358547 said:
Good point about the notification. I deleted Alchemy (software synth) and NanoStudio. Good apps, but TBH I hadn't used them in over a year. Would have been nice if Apple offered something like "uninstall, and receive a notification if a 64bit version becomes available".
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Yes, that would be great!
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HallStevenson said:
Developers have known about this requirement with the switch from 32-bit to 64-bit for 2+ years (there was a first mention of it in 2014!) and if they haven't updated their apps at this point, how many do you think will now ? Odds are many have been abandoned....
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You're probably right...
 
I don't know the diff between 32 and 64 bit but wouldn't devs want to update their apps to work on the new iOS? or is this more for apps that no longer get support
 
AnimAlu said:
I would like to know how many out there are not going to update at this time due to the fact that their 32-bit apps will no longer be working? I have a host of favorite apps, especially on the iPad, which have not yet been converted to 64-bit even though the warning to do so has been around for quite a while. I'm hoping that the release of iOS 11 will push these app authors to convert, but I suppose the reality is that many won't. Just wondering if there are any others out there with these concerns, and what your plans are at this point?
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That’s me!!! Already in the Beta for my iPad Pro, but the phone and iPad Mini4 will stay on iOS 10. Have several vertical market apps that I can’t lose. I’m amazed at how many developers are unresponsive, since these are apps that are industry centric and exist to help employees solve unique problems. The people who designed them use them every day.
 
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I don't know the diff between 32 and 64 bit but wouldn't devs want to update their apps to work on the new iOS? or is this more for apps that no longer get support
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You would think they would want to update, but many stopped updating long ago, and so mostly likely won't be converting to 64-bit...
 
Unless the apps automatically delete themselves, I don’t have a single 32-bit app. I also don’t have all that many on my phone since I’ve cut down on the nonessential ones.
 
Strelok said:
Unless the apps automatically delete themselves, I don’t have a single 32-bit app. I also don’t have all that many on my phone since I’ve cut down on the nonessential ones.
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I have a number, but am dealing with it and hoping many will update :)
 
I still have an iPod touch 5th generation that can't use iOS 11, so it's perfect for putting a handful of favored 32bit apps on while I still have them handy on a laptop via sync to iTunes 12.6.6.20. The device is getting pretty long in the tooth now anyway but the apps are even older so they're a good match for each other.

When I ordered my newer iPod touch, I must have known there was going to be some reason not to give the 5th gen device to one of the kids down the road who usually get offers of my hand-me-down gear. Looks like I'm gonna wear this one out myself.
 
IOS 10.3 works great for me. I haven't seen anything compelling in IOS11 to convince me to bin off the functionality of my 32bit apps. I won't be updating.
 
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