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how to update iphone 6S

I am currantly using 15.8.3. and I can't open some applications. These applications require newer version of IOS. My phone doesn't offer me automatic update on to hifger version. How can I upgrade my software? Thank you

iPhone 6s, iOS 15

Posted on Oct 24, 2024 9:21 AM

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Posted on Oct 24, 2024 9:27 AM

You cannot.

An iPhone 6s cannot be updated beyond iOS 15.8.3. That is the most up to date version it supports at this time.


If you need a more up to date iOS version, then you'll need a newer iPhone.

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how to update iphone 6S

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