Upgrading iPhone 7 software from 15.8 to 16

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Can I upgrade my iPhone 7 software from 15.8 to 16

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Original Title: Older software

Posted on Nov 1, 2025 10:49 PM

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Answer 1

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No. An iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, or iPhone SE 1 isn't capable of 16 or above; they require an A11 or better CPU.

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No. Your iPhone 7 cannot update past iOS 15. iOS 16 is supported on the iPhone 8 and later.

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