I purchased a new iPad 9th generation. If I manually update the iPad and upgrade the software to the latest version if I then reset the iPad to the factory default will the ipad retain the updated operating system?
iPad, iPadOS 16
It will update it to the highest supported version if possible, so if it is currently running the highest it will reinstall that.
See these support articles:
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings [with a computer] - "A factory restore erases the information and settings on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod and installs the latest version of iOS or iPod software."
Click here --> Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support
How to erase your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
"Learn how to wipe information from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and restore your device to factory settings." Without using a computer. Does not reinstall iOS.
Click here --> How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
If neither of the above work, read the "If you can't erase your device" section in the last link, including the last part about contacting Apple.
It will update it to the highest supported version if possible, so if it is currently running the highest it will reinstall that.
See these support articles:
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings [with a computer] - "A factory restore erases the information and settings on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod and installs the latest version of iOS or iPod software."
Click here --> Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support
How to erase your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
"Learn how to wipe information from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and restore your device to factory settings." Without using a computer. Does not reinstall iOS.
Click here --> How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
If neither of the above work, read the "If you can't erase your device" section in the last link, including the last part about contacting Apple.
Reset to factory default settings
