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iPhone 6 no longer getting software update

Does anyone know when iPhone 6 will stop getting software updates?

iPhone 6s Plus, iOS 15

Posted on Jul 18, 2022 10:26 PM

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Posted on Jul 18, 2022 10:32 PM

iOS 12 is the last software update for the iPhone 6. Since there is an iPhone 6s Plus tag under your question, I’m just going to add that iOS 15 is the last software update for it too. Though on occasions Apple has been known to provide necessary security updates to older phones.

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Jul 18, 2022 10:32 PM in response to Zzzz2021u

Zzzz2021u Said:

"iPhone 6 no longer getting software update: Does anyone know when iPhone 6 will stop getting software updates?"

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For reference...

Updating an iPhone:


What to Update: Installed apps and the iOS.


How to do so...


A. Verify Compatibility:

Identify your iPhone model. The first thing that comes to mind in incompatibility being the culprit. So, confirm the model of your iPhone. If iPhone model is incompatible with iOS15 then it is because you iPhone does not meet the hardware requirements for this iOS version(s).


B. If Compatible...


1. Back Up First:

IMPORTANT: If you have an option to update, however, then be certain you backup your iPhone first. That way, you will have something to restore your iPhone from should anything go wrong with the update


then...


2. Proceed with the Update:

Go Here:  Update your iPhone Using a Computer - Apple Support

Jul 18, 2022 10:31 PM in response to Zzzz2021u

Zzzz2021u Said:

"iPhone 6 no longer getting software update: Does anyone know when iPhone 6 will stop getting software updates?"

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Upgrading an iPhone 6:

You device is obsolete. Upgrading past iOS12 is not an option. You no longer are provided withiOS Security and Privacy updates. This is because it does not have the required hardware for today's updates.


So, are you still getting software updates?

iPhone 6 no longer getting software update

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