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How can I update my software

I want to update my iPhone 5 se software to 16.6.1

Posted on Oct 11, 2023 6:45 PM

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Posted on Oct 11, 2023 7:03 PM

Dangee123 Said:

"How can I update my software: I want to update my iPhone 5 se software to 16.6.1"

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Updating an iPhone 5 SE to iOS 16.6.1:

A. You can't.  The iPhone 6 will only install to iOS 12. See here: Update your iPhone or iPad Software if you're Experiencing Issues with Location, Date, and Time - Apple Support. And, for the note, even if you could update, only the latest-compatible iOS version will install.


So, what to Try:

B. Update Using a Computer:

Have a Computer Handy? If so, try using a computer to update. Go here: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. If any updates are availabe, they will install, sure enough.

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Oct 11, 2023 7:03 PM in response to Dangee123

Dangee123 Said:

"How can I update my software: I want to update my iPhone 5 se software to 16.6.1"

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Updating an iPhone 5 SE to iOS 16.6.1:

A. You can't.  The iPhone 6 will only install to iOS 12. See here: Update your iPhone or iPad Software if you're Experiencing Issues with Location, Date, and Time - Apple Support. And, for the note, even if you could update, only the latest-compatible iOS version will install.


So, what to Try:

B. Update Using a Computer:

Have a Computer Handy? If so, try using a computer to update. Go here: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. If any updates are availabe, they will install, sure enough.

Oct 11, 2023 7:02 PM in response to Dangee123

There isn't an iPhone 5 SE.


If you mean an iPhone 5, it's not capable of 11 or above.

If you mean an iPhone 5s, it's not capable of 13 or above.

If you mean a first generation iPhone SE, it's not capable of 16 or above.

If you mean a second generation or newer iPhone SE, update it from a computer or through the Software Update function in Settings.


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