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Can I update the OS (11.4.1) in an Apple 5 to a 12?

Can I update the OS (11.4.1) in an Apple 5 to a 12?

iPhone 5

Posted on Dec 22, 2022 12:46 PM

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Posted on Dec 22, 2022 1:16 PM

An iPhone 5 isn't capable of a higher iOS than 10.3.4. If you are running 11.4.1, then you must have an iPhone 5S which is capable of running 12.5.6.


Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


This link will show you how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This link will show you how to update using your computer -

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


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Dec 22, 2022 1:16 PM in response to Zapatoca

An iPhone 5 isn't capable of a higher iOS than 10.3.4. If you are running 11.4.1, then you must have an iPhone 5S which is capable of running 12.5.6.


Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


This link will show you how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This link will show you how to update using your computer -

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


Can I update the OS (11.4.1) in an Apple 5 to a 12?

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