I need my iPhone to be updated

If your iPhone is too old, it would not be compatible with the newer software updates.

Click ▶︎ iPhone compatibility with iOS 16 for the complete list.

If your model is on that list, then follow these steps, testing after each step:

• Software Update.
• Update iOS on iPhone.
• If your iPhone won't update.

Need more help?

• Chat now or call 1-800-APLCARE.
• International Support.

Click ▶︎ iPhone User Guide. 📖

Go to settings - general - software update and see what it says.