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I have a iPhone 6s how do I update the iOS 15.7.9 to something better so I’m able to use apps from the apple store?

I have a iPhone 6s and I’m trying to upgrade the iOS 15.7.9 to a better version of iOS so I could download apps from the App Store

Posted on Oct 20, 2023 4:26 PM

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Posted on Oct 20, 2023 4:32 PM

If you need a newer iOS version, then you will need to get a newer phone. You need an iPhone XR or newer for iOS 17.

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I have a iPhone 6s how do I update the iOS 15.7.9 to something better so I’m able to use apps from the apple store?

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