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Anthonykodua Author

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Why can't I download the Google Photos app on my iPhone 8 Plus with iOS 16?

i cant dowload google photo app on my 8 plus please i have tried several times it keeps telling me i should update my software to ios 17

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Posted on Apr 7, 2025 7:57 PM

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Niel

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Posted on Apr 7, 2025 7:59 PM

An iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, or iPhone X isn't capable of 17 or above; they require an A12 or better CPU. Try downloading it to a newer unit on the same Apple Account first.

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Why can't I download the Google Photos app on my iPhone 8 Plus with iOS 16?

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