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IOS update

Hi, why is my iPhone 6 stuck on an old IOS update? It says it is up to date but it’s really behind. Is there a way to fix this?

iPhone 6, iOS 12

Posted on Sep 28, 2022 11:01 PM

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Sep 28, 2022 11:14 PM in response to Nate_401

Nate_401 Said:

"IOS update: Hi, why is my iPhone 6 stuck on an old IOS update? It says it is up to date but it’s really behind. Is there a way to fix this?"

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Thank you for the photo.


For reference...

Certain this is Compatible?…

Verify the compatibility, then proceed with the update…


In depth…

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 iOS 16then 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 - User Tip

IOS update

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