Why will my I pod touch 6th generation not update past IOS 12?

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Posted on Mar 8, 2021 10:37 PM

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Posted on Mar 9, 2021 8:05 PM

Because iOS 13 and beyond require more advanced hardware than is available in the 6 gen iPod.

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Mar 9, 2021 8:05 PM in response to DebbieNoodle

Because iOS 13 and beyond require more advanced hardware than is available in the 6 gen iPod.

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