I can’t download apps due to outdated software update but there isn’t a new one available what do I do?

Hey there Zulukid510,

We'd like to help! The first thing we wanted to point out is that the iPad mini 2nd gen first released ten years ago, which would make it an obsolete model. More details can be found here: Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty

Another thing to point out is that the latest for your model would be iOS 12.5.7, with the latest version for compatible models being iPadOS 17.0.3.

As time goes on, hardware may not be able to handle the newest app updates for the apps you like to use. Based on the details you provided, we recommend purchasing a newer iPad model that is compatible with the apps you want to use.

Cheers!