A new report confirms what many users have long suspected: iPhones consistently outperform their Android counterparts in long-term value retention. While cutting-edge specs aren’t always necessary, ongoing security updates and good resale value can turn a five-year-old phone into a surprisingly valuable asset. Apple dominates long-term resale rankingsA five-to-six-year depreciation study published by MakeUseOf shows Apple leading by a wide margin. In terms of performance, ecosystem integration, and software support, the iPhone 12 Pro Max clearly outshines it, making it the smarter long-term buy. Longevity is Apple’s secret weaponTake software support, for example: the iPhone 12 will continue receiving updates until at least 2027-seven years after launch.

Source: VietNamNet News January 08, 2026 01:33 UTC