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How can I update my iPhone 6 to iOS 15.0

How can I update my iPhone 6 to iOS 15.0


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iPhone 6, iOS 12

Posted on Jun 30, 2023 6:24 AM

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Posted on Jun 30, 2023 6:27 AM

The tags appended to your post suggest that you have an iPhone 6. The iPhone 6 can only be updated to iOS 12.5.7. An iPhone 7 can be updated to iOS 15.7.7, but does not support iOS 16.x.


Whether or not you are able to update any iPhone to a newer version of iOS will be dictated by the iPhone 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 iPhone model - Apple Support


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


iOS16.5.1

iPhone 14 (all models)

iPhone 13 (all models)

iPhone 12 (all models)

iPhone 11 (all models)

iPhone X, XR, XS

iPhone 8 (all models)

iPhone SE2/SE3


iOS 15.7.7

iPhone 7 (all models)

iPhone 6S (all models)

iPhone SE1


iOS 12.5.7

iPhone 6

iPhone 5S


iOS 10.3.4/3

iPhone 5/5C


If your iPhone is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS 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 iPhone 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 iPhone - 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 iPhone to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter.


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Jun 30, 2023 6:27 AM in response to bethel209

The tags appended to your post suggest that you have an iPhone 6. The iPhone 6 can only be updated to iOS 12.5.7. An iPhone 7 can be updated to iOS 15.7.7, but does not support iOS 16.x.


Whether or not you are able to update any iPhone to a newer version of iOS will be dictated by the iPhone 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 iPhone model - Apple Support


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


iOS16.5.1

iPhone 14 (all models)

iPhone 13 (all models)

iPhone 12 (all models)

iPhone 11 (all models)

iPhone X, XR, XS

iPhone 8 (all models)

iPhone SE2/SE3


iOS 15.7.7

iPhone 7 (all models)

iPhone 6S (all models)

iPhone SE1


iOS 12.5.7

iPhone 6

iPhone 5S


iOS 10.3.4/3

iPhone 5/5C


If your iPhone is capable of update to a more recent version of iOS 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 iPhone 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 iPhone - 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 iPhone to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter.


Aug 10, 2024 9:54 AM in response to edalere274

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You won't be able tot run these apps until you buy a phone that can handle iOS 15. That would be an iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus.


But, as long as you are looking for another phone, it would really make sense to buy one that can run iOS 17 (and iOS 18). That would be an iPhone XR or higher model.

How can I update my iPhone 6 to iOS 15.0

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