How do I updat my iPad to get Disney plus??!?!!??

The available Disney+ App required iPadOS 15.3 or later.

Whether or not you will be able to update your iPad to compatible version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by the iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About

Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.

Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

32-bit devices (obsolete)

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi & Cellular)

64-bit devices

iPad Air1, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3 - iOS 12.5.7

iPad Air2, iPad mini4 - iPadOS 15.7.9

iPad5, iPad Pro (9.7"/12.9" first generation) - iPadOS 16.7.1

Newer models are all able to be updated to the current version - iPadOS 17.0.3

• iPad Pro 12.9" (2nd generation and later)
• iPad Pro 11" (1st generation and later)
• iPad Pro 10.5"
• iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
• iPad (6th generation and later)
• iPad mini (5th generation and later)

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update*. To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support

(*) If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

Depending on what iPad model you have you may not be able to update it. If you’re getting messages telling you that you need to update so you can get Disney+ then you’re probably using a version of iOS or iPadOS that is outdated and Disney+ will not work without an update.

If your iPad will allow you to update, then you can, but if the hardware in your iPad is not capable of getting a version any higher, then it’s going to be time to upgrade your hardware by getting a newer iPad to be able to do what you want. Unfortunately as the OS evolves, so must the hardware to support the new versions. That being said, when the updates are made, the developers of the apps also update them and there may be features that they include that do not work with older versions of the OS anymore so an update is needed to be able to continue using the apps.

Goto Settings > General > Software Update and see if there is an update available for your iPad. If you get a message telling you that your iPad is up to date, then it’s currently running the highest version that is supported by the hardware of the iPad. If there is a message showing you a newer version and allows you to click to update then click on the button and let the iPad do what it has to do. This will update it and then with the new version of iPadOS you should be able to do what it is that you’re looking to do. However, like stated before, if you get the message it’s up to date, then the only option that you are going to have is to get a newer iPad to be able to run the newer versions of iPadOS to allow you to be able to download and use the app. I know this probably isn’t the news that you wanted to get, but the iPad itself doesn’t have to be the newest of the bunch, you can also get a used iPad that is a little older that is still capable of supporting the newer versions of iPadOS that will allow your app to run.

Download the app and pay for a subscription.