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Unable to update new software tried every step shown in

Unable to upgrade software on the device.fallowed all steps as directed


iPad Air, iOS 11

Posted on Sep 16, 2022 2:22 AM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2022 2:51 AM

Any error messages given?

Depending on your iPad model, the built in hardware may not support any further iOS updates.

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


Check these articles about it:

iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are compatible with these devices - Apple Support

iOS 14 and iPadOS are compatible with these devices - Apple Support

iOS 13 and iPadOS are compatible with these devices - Apple Support


iOS 16 has not yet been released for iPads.

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Sep 16, 2022 2:51 AM in response to arsh119

Any error messages given?

Depending on your iPad model, the built in hardware may not support any further iOS updates.

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support


Check these articles about it:

iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are compatible with these devices - Apple Support

iOS 14 and iPadOS are compatible with these devices - Apple Support

iOS 13 and iPadOS are compatible with these devices - Apple Support


iOS 16 has not yet been released for iPads.

Sep 16, 2022 2:54 AM in response to arsh119

The last security updates iOS 12.5.7 -> released September 12, 2022.

Available for: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and iPod touch (6th generation).

Check iPhone model & iOS version -> Go to: Settings -> General -> About.

Go to Settings -> General -> Software Update -> Download and Install.


iPad Air, iOS 11

Looks like you have an outdated iPad.


Yes, most apps require iPadOS 13 or later.                                

Considering a newer type of iPad?

 

Read before you buy a newer iPad:

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Apple Certified Refurbished -> Refurbished iPhone - iPhone 12 Pro - Apple

 


Unable to update new software tried every step shown in

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