iPad 9th Gen not showing iPadOS 16

I just want to check this, as far as I can tell iPadOS 16 is out and my iPad 9th gen model MK2K3HC/A should be compatible with the update, but when I check for an update I am told that 15.7 is the latest version of the iPadOS for my tablet. Is this correct or am I missing something?


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Posted on Sep 19, 2022 12:13 AM

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Posted on Sep 19, 2022 12:44 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.


When iPadOS16 is released, it will be available for these models of iPad:

  • iPad Pro (all models)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
  • iPad (5th generation and later)
  • iPad mini (5th generation and later)


More information about the forthcoming iPadOS16 can be found here:

iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple

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Sep 19, 2022 12:44 AM in response to Vexander

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.


When iPadOS16 is released, it will be available for these models of iPad:

  • iPad Pro (all models)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
  • iPad (5th generation and later)
  • iPad mini (5th generation and later)


More information about the forthcoming iPadOS16 can be found here:

iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple

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iPad 9th Gen not showing iPadOS 16

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