The researchers found that in anticipation of the new iPhone models owners "apple" smartphone often complain that the unit will start to run slower.
Analyzing requests «iPhone slow» (iPhone slow) service using Google Trends showing search trends on the Internet, the researchers found their sharp spikes just before the release of the new generation iPhone.
As pointed out by Digit , one of the possible causes - human psychology. The user may feel that his smartphone operating normally until the hearing until after the release of a new version of the device. Such information is likely to cause a person to think about the fact that his smartphone may already not so good. Journalists draw an analogy with the car when produced faster and more powerful model, the old machine begins to seem less and slower owner new, although shines just as before.
Another possible reason - quite a long lifespan Apple-devices. From this problem suffer not only smartphones but also tablets and phones and multimedia players. The longer they work, the more "digital garbage" collects software. Multiple files and conflicting programs lead to the devices really start slowly to perform their functions.
Also can play a special role requirements for devices with the software. Every year there are more, and developers have to find new, more powerful solutions for their implementation.
There is a "conspiracy theory" according to which slow down the iPhone and iPad can be a deliberate move by Apple, designed to boost sales of new gadgets, but tangible evidence in its favor is not, the newspaper notes.
Apple plans to release a new version of the iPhone this fall.