Well, that's a plain and simple lie, since you can't download apps from the App Store without an Apple account, nor do I believe you can install software updates.
I haven't tried in a while, but last I checked, updates worked fine.
It's not necessary to download apps from the App Store to use an iPhone.
I'm not sure what was the need for you to call me a liar. If anything I've said is inaccurate, I guess it has changed in the last few months, and I would love to know that.