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Need help updating my iPhone 6 Plus to iOS 16?

NEED HELP TO UPDATE MY SOFTWARE TO IOS 16


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iPhone 6 Plus, iOS 12

Posted on May 4, 2023 1:48 AM

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Posted on May 4, 2023 12:27 PM

An iPhone 6 plus can't be updated beyond 12.5.7, it doesn't have the hardware needed to run anything higher.

If you need a higher iOS version, you will have to purchase a newer phone.


To update to 12.5.7 -


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 Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


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

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/update-ios-iph3e504502/ios



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May 4, 2023 12:27 PM in response to bafaneli

An iPhone 6 plus can't be updated beyond 12.5.7, it doesn't have the hardware needed to run anything higher.

If you need a higher iOS version, you will have to purchase a newer phone.


To update to 12.5.7 -


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 Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


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

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/update-ios-iph3e504502/ios



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