Need to update iOS of my iPhone 6 to update apps

I won’t let me update my apps without updating my iOS so I need to update my iOS


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iPhone 6, iOS 12

Posted on Jul 27, 2024 8:51 AM

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Posted on Jul 27, 2024 8:54 AM

Hello ~ You can update to iOS 12.5.7 but no further with your iPhone 6. If you need a higher version of iOS you will need a newer iPhone. Click below to shop for a new device…


iPhone - Apple Official Site


If you purchase a second hand device please take a moment to read these helpful links by clicking on below to make an informed decision…



Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Also:


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a Used iPad/iPhone


~Katana-San~

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Jul 27, 2024 8:54 AM in response to antwanette226

Hello ~ You can update to iOS 12.5.7 but no further with your iPhone 6. If you need a higher version of iOS you will need a newer iPhone. Click below to shop for a new device…


iPhone - Apple Official Site


If you purchase a second hand device please take a moment to read these helpful links by clicking on below to make an informed decision…



Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


Also:


The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying a Used iPad/iPhone


~Katana-San~

Jul 27, 2024 8:55 AM in response to antwanette226

The only solution is to replace your 10 year old iPhone 6 with a newer model that supports the version you need:


  • iPhone XR, XS, SE 2nd or 3rd edition, iPhone 11 and newer: You can update to iOS 17.5.1
  • iPhone 8, and iPhone X you can update to 16.7.8
  • Any iPhone series 6S and 7, and original SE: You can update to 15.8.2
  • iPhone 5S or 6: You cannot update to iOS 13 or higher; you can update only to iOS 12.5.7
  • iPhone 5: You can update only to 10.3.4
  • iPhone 5C: You can update only to 10.3.3
  • iPhone 4S: You can update only to 9.3.6
  • iPhone 4: You can update only to 7.1.2


If your phone is eligible to be updated go to Settings/General/Software Update and follow the instructions.

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