According to new documentation provided by Apple, the iPhone isn't guaranteed as many software updates as Google Pixel phones get.

But I use Google Maps the majority of the time I need to explore my surroundings. It's my favorite Google product, and the only way I search with Google Search right now. But I'll also tell you that I've used Google Maps all these years while making things difficult for myself.

In comparison, Apple’s competitors like Samsung and Google are still leading in this area, offering a minimum of seven years of software support

We now know the minimum amount of years you can expect Apple to support iPhones with software updates. Apple has long supported prior iPhone models with software updates, even phones that are several years old.

Apple has confirmed it will provide security updates for a minimum of five years since the iPhone 15 went on sale.

Apple has announced a minimum support period for its iPhone 15 lineup, including the iPhone 15 Pro Max. The tech giant, for the first time, has pledged it would support the latest iPhone 15 lineup for five years,

Apple has officially set 5 years of guaranteed update support for iPhone devices, which is less than what Google and Samsung offer.