How to download iOS 15.1 or 26

Thank you for sharing your concerns, kamvelihle193. 😉

Open Settings ➢ General ➢ Software Update.

If you get the message; "iOS is up to date", then your iPhone has reached the end-of-life support for Software Updates to the latest iOS operating system, depriving you of new features created many years ago.

Many modern apps are not compatible, limiting the usability of your device.

You are invited to visit an Apple retail store to discuss your iPhone upgrade options.

Learn about the ⇢ iPhone Upgrade Program. ⇠📲

If your iPhone is too old for a trade-in, then the only option is to recycle it for free. ♻️

Good luck! 👋🏼😉

Smiliñ 😎 Brian

You cannot download iOS 26 to the iPhone 7 shown in your tag line.. Nor can you download iOS 16, 17, or 18. The iPhone 7 cannot update past iOS 15.

To download the latest release of iOS 15 – iOS 15.8.6 - see the Apple Support article.

About iOS 15 Updates - Apple Support

Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

iOS 26 is not compatible with your iPhone 7.

If a software update is available for your iPhone 7......it will appear when you.....

Tap Settings > General > Software Update

What message appears when you do this?