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Why when I try to download apps on my ipad2 it always says app uncompatible

Why can't I download apps to my ipad2

iPad 2, iOS 9

Posted on Jan 5, 2022 12:47 AM

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Posted on Jan 5, 2022 1:09 AM

Your iPad 2nd generation model (firstly released in 2011) cannot support iOS versions beyond 9.3.X, because of hardware (CPU/RAM) incompatibility.

That said, the vast majority of 3rd party apps available on App Store require more recent operating system versions, and you won't be able to download/install them, sorry.

Regards

Giulio

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Jan 5, 2022 1:09 AM in response to Jordan0891

Your iPad 2nd generation model (firstly released in 2011) cannot support iOS versions beyond 9.3.X, because of hardware (CPU/RAM) incompatibility.

That said, the vast majority of 3rd party apps available on App Store require more recent operating system versions, and you won't be able to download/install them, sorry.

Regards

Giulio

Jan 5, 2022 3:18 AM in response to Jordan0891

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 can only be updated to iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models) or iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular models).


Apple ended update support for these models in September 2016. Your iPad cannot be updated to iOS 10 or later major versions of iOS, as the internal hardware does not meet the minimum technical requirements for new versions of iOS/iPadOS. This limitation cannot be bypassed; these are 32-bit architecture devices, whilst all recent versions of iOS/iPadOS are designed for 64-bit hardware platforms. iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 are obsolete.


You need to consider that compatible Apps for your iPad are increasingly difficult to find - as most developers have dropped support for 32-bit devices and iOS versions preceding iOS11/12/13. As older versions of Apps are removed from the Apple App Store, you’ll not be able to (re)download or install them - which may severely limit the usefulness and utility of your iPad. As such, if you want or need to access current/available Apps, requiring more recent versions of iOS, you’ll need to consider replacement of your iPad with a newer or current model.


Of current models, even the entry-level iPad9 has specifications and capabilities that will massively outperform you current iPad - and is compatible with the vast majority of current Apps. Other models are more powerful still.


I hope this information provides succinct clarity as to your available options - and the limitations of your current iPad.

Why when I try to download apps on my ipad2 it always says app uncompatible

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