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Update my New IPad Air (5th generation) to iOS 16

My iPad has recently updated to software version 15.7 but I hear it should now be possible to update to latest version16.


My questions, is that correct? If yes how do I find the new update?


When I check software updates it just states iPadOS is up to date.


Thanks in anticipation of an answer.



iPad Air, iPadOS 15

Posted on Sep 17, 2022 8:19 AM

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Posted on Sep 17, 2022 8:22 AM

Unlike iOS16 for iPhone, released 12th September (iOS 16.0.1 subsequently released 16th 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 17, 2022 8:22 AM in response to Mechman75

Unlike iOS16 for iPhone, released 12th September (iOS 16.0.1 subsequently released 16th 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

Update my New IPad Air (5th generation) to iOS 16

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