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I need to update my iPhone 6 iOS to download new apps

my iPhone 6 can’t download app coz it’s on iOS 12.2 it’s asking iOS 14 trying to upgrade to iOS next it cannot



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Posted on Oct 28, 2023 9:15 AM

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Posted on Oct 28, 2023 9:34 AM

An iPhone 6/6 plus can't be updated beyond 12.5.7, it doesn't have the hardware needed to run anything higher.

If you need a higher iOS version, you will have to purchase a newer phone.


To update to 12.5.7 -


Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


This link will show you how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This link will show you how to update using your computer -

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


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Oct 28, 2023 9:34 AM in response to blasoi

An iPhone 6/6 plus can't be updated beyond 12.5.7, it doesn't have the hardware needed to run anything higher.

If you need a higher iOS version, you will have to purchase a newer phone.


To update to 12.5.7 -


Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


This link will show you how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


This link will show you how to update using your computer -

Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


I need to update my iPhone 6 iOS to download new apps

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