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Security update for iPhone five the newest

What’s the latest security update for my iPhone 5

iPhone SE, iOS 14

Posted on Oct 3, 2021 6:37 PM

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Posted on Oct 4, 2021 8:16 AM

I'll take a different approach and give you a general solution you can use with any iPhone or iPad model and that doesn't require having to ask on this forum what the latest version is. ;-) Here's a simple and fast way to see what is possible with your device, including updating it to the highest sub-version (e.g., 12.5.4 --> 12.5.5) of an iOS/iPadOS you may already have:


On your device, tap:

Settings > General > Software Update.


1. If it says your device is up to date there is nothing more you can do. If apps you are trying to use say you need a higher iOS version, you will need to buy a newer device if you want to run those apps or features.


2. If it says an update is available you will normally only be given one update selection which will be the highest available iOS version supported by your device. However, if you are running iOS 14.5 or greater, or iOS 15 you may see two options. Click on a link below for full instructions about how to update wirelessly, or using a computer (see links in document) if you have storage or connectivity issues. If the update listed is not equal to or higher than the iOS version you need to use a feature, you again will need to buy newer equipment if you want to use that feature.


Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT204204


Or this video:

"How to update your iPhone or iPad" click here --> https://youtu.be/csJAEyvvruY

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Oct 4, 2021 8:16 AM in response to Estewetback

I'll take a different approach and give you a general solution you can use with any iPhone or iPad model and that doesn't require having to ask on this forum what the latest version is. ;-) Here's a simple and fast way to see what is possible with your device, including updating it to the highest sub-version (e.g., 12.5.4 --> 12.5.5) of an iOS/iPadOS you may already have:


On your device, tap:

Settings > General > Software Update.


1. If it says your device is up to date there is nothing more you can do. If apps you are trying to use say you need a higher iOS version, you will need to buy a newer device if you want to run those apps or features.


2. If it says an update is available you will normally only be given one update selection which will be the highest available iOS version supported by your device. However, if you are running iOS 14.5 or greater, or iOS 15 you may see two options. Click on a link below for full instructions about how to update wirelessly, or using a computer (see links in document) if you have storage or connectivity issues. If the update listed is not equal to or higher than the iOS version you need to use a feature, you again will need to buy newer equipment if you want to use that feature.


Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Click here --> https://support.apple.com/HT204204


Or this video:

"How to update your iPhone or iPad" click here --> https://youtu.be/csJAEyvvruY

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