Unable to update my iPhone 8 Plus software after iOS 16

i cant update my phone my model is iPhone 8+. After ios 16 still now I can’t update software. That’s why I can’t install any application


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Posted on Mar 7, 2026 11:42 AM

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Mar 7, 2026 12:39 PM in response to rukshana123

rukshana123 wrote:

i cant update my phone my model is iPhone 8+. After ios 16 still now I can’t update software. That’s why I can’t install any application

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Original Title: Updated problem

Ios 16 is the highest ios for an iphone 8 plus.

If you're having issue installing ios 16 explain in details what happens when you try.

If said apps need ios 17 or higher to use, then you will need to upgrade to a newer phone.

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