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I have an older iPad mini that’s actually brand new. It’s running 12.5 I can’t find the option to update anywhere.

Updating this iPad Mini running 12.5 software. If it’s not possible it will go with the long list of Apple products that got trashed! Was using an air 3 but that fell in the sink. Waiting for my new one but I need something else to use till then



iPad mini, iOS 12

Posted on Mar 19, 2022 3:23 PM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2022 3:32 PM

The iPad Mini 2 and 3 cannot be updated beyond iOS 12.5.5.

If you need help identifying your model, go to Settings > General > About > Model Name or see Identify your iPad model - Apple Support


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I have an older iPad mini that’s actually brand new. It’s running 12.5 I can’t find the option to update anywhere.

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