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This application requires iOS 15.0 or latter

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If your Apps require a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed on your iPad, assuming that your iPad is capable, you will need to update your iPad.

Whether or not you are able to updateanyiPad to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by the iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About

Not sure which iPad you have?Identify your iPad model.

Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

32-bit devices (obsolete)

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi+Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi+Cellular)

64-bit devices

iPad Air1, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3 - iOS 12.5.7

iPad Air2, iPad mini4 - iPadOS 15.7.5

Newer models are all able to be updated to the current version, iPadOS 16.4.1(a)

  • iPadPro (all models)
  • iPadAir (3rdgeneration andlater)
  • iPad (5thgeneration andlater)
  • iPadmini (5thgeneration andlater)

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update. To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

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Jul 6, 2023 10:08 AM in response to satveer80

If your Apps require a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed on your iPad, assuming that your iPad is capable, you will need to update your iPad.

Whether or not you are able to updateanyiPad to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by the iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About

Not sure which iPad you have?Identify your iPad model.

Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

32-bit devices (obsolete)

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi+Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi+Cellular)

64-bit devices

iPad Air1, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3 - iOS 12.5.7

iPad Air2, iPad mini4 - iPadOS 15.7.5

Newer models are all able to be updated to the current version, iPadOS 16.4.1(a)

  • iPadPro (all models)
  • iPadAir (3rdgeneration andlater)
  • iPad (5thgeneration andlater)
  • iPadmini (5thgeneration andlater)

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update. To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of macOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

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Jul 6, 2023 10:08 AM in response to satveer80

You need to update your device OS. You can do this by going to Settings > General > Software Update. If an update to iOS 15 or higher is available, then choose to update. If you do not see an update available, you will likely need a newer device.

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Dec 10, 2023 4:40 PM in response to apolinario160

Everyone coming to this posting later, asking for help, please look at and read Lotus Pikot’s response on page 1 of this post.

Make sure your iPad has no VPN running. If it does, temporarily, disable it.

Make sure your iPad is not running any test, Beta iOS/iPadOS software. If it is you'll need to remove/uninstall it.

The official Apple released OS upgrade/update version/s will not be present or be able to be installed whilst Apple OS Beta software installations are currently active and running.

Your year and model iPad maybe far too old.

IF you have an iOS 12, iPadOS 15 or iPadOS 16 or later, compatible iPad, that iPad year and model may be waaaay too far behind in iOS/iPadOS upgrades/updates.

If you have access to a full computer, like a Mac or Windows PC, try either using the Finder on a Mac that has the newest macOS Catalina, or later macOS, installed OR with an older Mac with an older Mac OS, download and install the latest iTunes version ( or latest iTunes for Windows PC ), make sure the Mac or Windows PC is connected to the Internet, connect your iPad by the USB charge cable to the computer and let the iTunes application upgrade/update that iPad model, using the iTunes Software Update feature, to its current, maximum OS of iOS 12.5.7/iPadOS 15.7.5/iPadOS 16.5, depending on your year and model of iPad.

A 2013 iPad Air 1st gen, iPad Mini 2nd gen and 2014 iPad Mini 3 can ONLY be updated to iOS 12.5.7.

A 2014 iPad Air 2 and a 2015 iPad Mini 4 can ONLY be upgraded to iPadOS 15.8

iPad models from 2015 can be upgraded to the latest iPadOS 16.7.2.

Any iPad from 2017 and later/newer can be upgraded to the latest version of iPadOS 17, except the 2017 5th gen base model iPad, which CAN ONLY be upgraded/updated to the latest iPadOS 16.7.

Make sure your iPad is, at least, charged to 50% or greater to attempt this.

Also, make sure your iPad has, at least, between 6-8 GBs of free internal data storage space for downloading and installing a major iOS/iPadOS upgrade.

Make sure your desktop/laptop computer has plenty of internal drive data storage space, also.

Also, make sure to do a backup of your iPad's data, prior to upgrading/updating.

Backup to Apple iCloud and/or a full Mac or Windows PC using the same iTunes app OR, if a newer Mac running macOS Catalina, or later, making a backup using the macOS Finder app.

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

If NO access to a Mac or Windows computer, you will have to seek help from a good friend or family member, with a full Mac or Windows PC, to help you out

OR

Search online to locate and call contact your nearest, “local” Apple Store location to try/attempt to make an appointment to get your Apple iPad upgraded/updated to its latest iPadOS 15 version.

OR, alternatively, use the “Support” link, at the upper right hand corner of every Apple Support Community Webpage to attempt to schedule an appointment with your nearest Apple Store location.

Apple Store employees will be glad to help/assist you.

Best of Luck to ALL of You!

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Mar 13, 2024 8:48 AM in response to omina211

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Ios

If the app you want needs iOS 15, then you will need an iPhone capable of iOS 15; an iPhone 7 or newer.

If you are encountering issues or errors with the Meta Instagram app, or with the Meta Instagram service, or if the app or service is failing, contact Meta Instagram support.

Contact a third-party vendor - Apple Support

Meta Instagram controls their app, their website, and their service. And controls which iPhone models they support.

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May 28, 2024 7:13 AM in response to Rakeshkumar67

Rakeshkumar67 wrote:

This application requires iOS 15.0 or later.

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You must update to iOS 15.0 in order to download and use this application.

You will need an iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, or newer.

How to: Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

What to do: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

If your iPhone is not supported on iOS 15, it won’t update to it.

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May 23, 2024 2:17 AM in response to Jasmineisme

Jasmineisme wrote:

I can’t update my iPad to another ios

Whether or not you are able to update youriPad to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by the iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About

Not sure which iPad you have?Identify your iPad model.

Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

32-bit devices (obsolete)

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi & Cellular)

64-bit devices

iPad Air1*, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3* - iOS 12.5.7

iPad Air2, iPad mini4 - iPadOS 15.8.2

iPad5, iPad Pro (9.7"/12.9" first generation) - iPadOS 16.7.8

(*) obsolete

Newer models are all able to be updated to the current version - iPadOS 17.5.1

  • iPad Pro 13"
  • iPad Pro 12.9" (2nd generation and later)
  • iPad Pro 11" (1st generation and later)
  • iPadPro 10.5"
  • iPadAir (3rdgeneration andlater)
  • iPad (6thgeneration andlater)
  • iPadmini (5thgeneration andlater)

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update,in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update*. To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed - or the more recent Apple Devices App) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support

Apple Devices App (Windows PC):

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9np83lwlpz9k?hl=en-ms&gl=MS

(*) If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

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Mar 28, 2024 7:44 AM in response to Alyanaali070

Alyanaali070 wrote:

Please install my instagram

If the app you want needs iOS 15, then you will need an iPhone capable of iOS 15; an iPhone 7 or newer.

If you are encountering issues or errors with the Meta Instagram app, or with the Meta Instagram service, or if the app or service is failing, contact Meta Instagram support.

Contact a third-party vendor - Apple Support

Meta Instagram controls their app, their website, and their service. And controls which iPhone models they will support.

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Mar 12, 2024 6:32 AM in response to mahaveer66

mahaveer66 wrote:

I nid iansagram
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If your phone supports the app, download the app. If your phone it too old to support the app, buy a new phone.

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Mar 27, 2024 6:47 AM in response to ALREYBUCKERSHY

ALREYBUCKERSHY wrote:

Can you do this app for me This application requires iOS
16.0 or later.
You must update to iOS 16.0 in order to
download and use this application.
New Thel
OK

If the app requires iOS 16 or later, you need to have a device that supports iOS 16 or later, and you need to update your phone. No one here can do that for you.

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Apr 23, 2024 9:26 AM in response to doha147

doha147 wrote:

anstalai appe store

If your iPhone is not working, get it repaired or replaced.

If the iPhone is working, but the app you want or need requires iOS 15, then you will need an iPhone capable of iOS 15. For that, you will need an iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, or newer.

If your iPhone needs an update:

  • How to: Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support
  • What to do: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

If your iPhone is not supported on iOS 15, it won’t update to it.

If you have questions about a third-party app, contact the app vendor: Contact a third-party vendor - Apple Support

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Jun 2, 2024 4:10 AM in response to Youngmarpy06

Youngmarpy06 wrote:

Why I can’t download Instagram

The available Instagram App requires iOS15 or later. If you device cannot be updated to iOS 15 or later version of iOS/iPadOS, you'll not be able to install the App.

Whether or not you are able to update youriPad to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by the iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About

Not sure which iPad you have?Identify your iPad model.

Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

32-bit devices (obsolete)

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi & Cellular)

64-bit devices

iPad Air1*, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3* - iOS 12.5.7

iPad Air2, iPad mini4 - iPadOS 15.8.2

iPad5, iPad Pro (9.7"/12.9" first generation) - iPadOS 16.7.8

(*) obsolete

Newer models are all able to be updated to the current version - iPadOS 17.5.1

  • iPad Pro 13" (M4)
  • iPad Pro 12.9" (2nd generation and later)
  • iPad Pro 11" (1st generation and later + M4)
  • iPadPro 10.5"
  • iPadAir (3rdgeneration andlater + M2)
  • iPad (6thgeneration andlater)
  • iPadmini (5thgeneration andlater)

If your iPad is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update,in some circumstances you may need to use a computer to perform the update*. To do so, you will need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed - or the more recent Apple Devices App) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support

Apple Devices App (Windows PC):

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9np83lwlpz9k?hl=en-ms&gl=MS

(*) If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

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Feb 17, 2024 6:51 AM in response to parm129

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My Instagram not working

Assuming an iPhone 8 or newer… Older devices will not work with the Instagram app…

Past updating the device, deleting the app, restarting the device, and re-downloading the app, nobody here can help with that. Nor can Apple.

If you are encountering issues or errors with the Instagram app or with the Instagram service, or if the app or service is failing, contact Instagram.

Contact a third-party vendor - Apple Support

Instagram controls their app, their website, and their service.

Again, nobody around here can help, nor can Apple.

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Apr 5, 2024 1:25 PM in response to mosim97

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Please not mobile warking sir and madam

If your iPhone is not working, get it repaired or replaced.

If the iPhone is working, but the app you want or need requires iOS 15, then you will need an iPhone capable of iOS 15.

You will need an iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, or newer.

How to: Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

What to do: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

If your iPhone is not supported on iOS 15, it won’t update to it.

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Apr 23, 2024 7:38 AM in response to bakhit144

bakhit144 wrote:

why I can’t upload some of the app on my phone

You’d have to ask the app developers that question.

In general, the apps requiring newer versions of iOS are making a trade-off with newer features and newer capabilities rather than extending the existing and more limited support for older iOS versions. This usually because older versions are a decreasing share of their users, older devices are more (or much more) limited, among other technical, testing, and financial considerations.

Picking an older iPhone, the iPhone 7, as an example of “why?”:

The iPhone 7 has low performance, and is lacking the necessary hardware features for newer iOS versions.

iPhone 7 with A10 (2016-era two performance two efficiency cores (2P2E) with 2 GB memory) with ~757 / ~967 performance ratings versus, say, the iPhone XS and iPhone XR with A12 (2P4E with 4 GB) with ~1300 / ~2234.

In comparative terms, iPhone 7 has half the memory and half the single-core performance of the oldest iPhone models supported with iOS 17. Newer iPhone models are yet more capable.

The choice here for app developers being the extra effort involved for maintaining an older design or hobbling app performance or using more limited features and or quite possibly a combination of these factors, or dropping the older devices and fully using the features and capabilities of the newer processors available in the newer iPhones.

Supporting and testing and providing work-arounds for older devices is not without associated cost too including people grumbling about lower performance, and grumbling that those older devices just aren’t going to get the iOS and app features requiring newer hardware.

If the iPhone is working, but the app you want or need requires iOS 15, then you will need an iPhone capable of iOS 15.

For an app requiring iOS 15, you will need an iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, or newer. Or the app developer will have to retrofit and revert their support for older iOS.

How to: Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

What to do: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

If your iPhone is not supported on iOS 15, then it won’t update to iOS 15.

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Jun 17, 2024 9:53 AM in response to ajarenas14

ajarenas14 wrote:

plss update my ios 15.1 application plss i need

You will need an iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, or newer.

How to: Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

What to do: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

If your iPhone is not supported on iOS 15, it won’t update to it.

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