Update removal

So I wanted to remove my IOS 15.7 update and download IOS 16. But when I went to delete the update it didn’t delete. I restarted my iPad several times and even searched for solutions. I couldn’t find any sadly. Does anyone know how to help?

iPad mini 5, iPadOS 15

Posted on Sep 14, 2022 04:20 PM

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Sep 14, 2022 04:55 PM in response to sboydr29

First, understand that you cannot remove an update once installed.


iOS16 for iPhone was released 12th September; iPadOS16 is not due for release until sometime in October. 


However, iPadOS 15.7 was also released 12th September - incorporating essential security updates.

About the security content of iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 - Apple Support


While iOS16 is available for iPhone, iPhone owners have the option to just install iOS15.7 at this time.


More information about the forthcoming iPadOS16 can be found here:

iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple

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