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iPad OS 16

I have an iPad Mini 6th generation (model MK8H3LL/A) with 170 GB of available memory. It seems like I should be able to install iPad OS 16 but that option does not appear when I check software update.

iPad mini 6 Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Sep 14, 2022 10:49 AM

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Posted on Sep 14, 2022 10:57 AM

Unlike iOS16 for iPhone, released 12th September, iPadOS16 is not due for release until sometime in October. 


However, iPadOS 15.7 was also released 12th September - incorporating essential security updates.

About the security content of iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 - Apple Support


While iOS16 is available for iPhone, iPhone owners have the option to just install iOS15.7 at this time.


More information about the forthcoming iPadOS16 can be found here:

iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple

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Sep 14, 2022 10:57 AM in response to SkidDad

Unlike iOS16 for iPhone, released 12th September, iPadOS16 is not due for release until sometime in October. 


However, iPadOS 15.7 was also released 12th September - incorporating essential security updates.

About the security content of iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 - Apple Support


While iOS16 is available for iPhone, iPhone owners have the option to just install iOS15.7 at this time.


More information about the forthcoming iPadOS16 can be found here:

iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple

iPad OS 16

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