iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (4th generation) iPadOS 16 not available

iPadOS 16.1 has been released - and should be available to all models of iPad Pro. Apple’s regional update servers will be very heavily loaded at this time - and it may take some time before the update is available to all users in all regions.

Performing a restart of your iPad may be helpful. Otherwise, please be patient over the coming hours.

To restart your iPad:

• On an iPad with a Home button: Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.
• On other iPad models: Press and quickly release the volume up button, press and quickly release the volume down button, then press and hold the top button. When the Apple logo appears, release the button.

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

Go into Settings, VPN & Device Management, remove the beta profile, restart the unit, and run Software Update again.

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