How can I update to version 16 now since I cannot update to 17? I have iPhone 8 and I’m stuck on iOS 15

I cannot download certain apps because they require iOS 16. I cannot find how to download the previous version of iOS when I am stuck on 15.

Posted on Apr 2, 2024 06:40 PM

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Apr 23, 2024 08:57 PM in response to Machersan

Machersan Said:

"How can I update to version 16 now since I cannot update to 17? I have iPhone 8 and I’m stuck on iOS 15

I cannot download certain apps because they require iOS 16. I cannot find how to download the previous version of iOS when I am stuck on 15."

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For future reference...

Updating an iPhone:

Being not an option, refer to the following for updating iPhones.


How to do so...

1. Back Up First:

IMPORTANT: If you have an option to update, however, then be certain you backup your iPhone first. That way, you will have something to restore your iPhone from should anything go wrong with the update


then...


2. Proceed with the Update:

Use my User Tip:  Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip

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How can I update to version 16 now since I cannot update to 17? I have iPhone 8 and I’m stuck on iOS 15

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