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Old iPad mini software update

I have an old iPad mini. Can I update the software? If so how? It’s about 7 years old. I don’t know if it’s a mini 2,3,4 or 5.

iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi

Posted on Jan 30, 2021 10:20 AM

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Posted on Jan 30, 2021 10:40 AM

Whether or not you are able to update your iPad mini to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by your iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About


Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.


Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by models of iPad mini:


  • iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)
  • iPad mini2 and iPad mini3 - iOS 12.5.1
  • iPad mini4 and iPad mini5 - iPadOS 14.4


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Jan 30, 2021 10:40 AM in response to Timber-tiger

Whether or not you are able to update your iPad mini to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by your iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About


Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.


Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by models of iPad mini:


  • iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)
  • iPad mini2 and iPad mini3 - iOS 12.5.1
  • iPad mini4 and iPad mini5 - iPadOS 14.4


Old iPad mini software update

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