Having the latest technology can be both and want and a need. Technology is needed for a lot of jobs and many schools as well. Having the newest technology can be required by some jobs for a certain app or program you need. Having outdated technology can be bad in an emergency. If you have an old phone, it may not work when you need it to. That said, no one needs to get a new phone every year just because the new technology is cooler. If the technology works for what you need it too, then I don't think it is necessary to update it.