Apple recently announced the release of its latest software updates – iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, launching on September 20th. These updates add many new features to your Apple devices, including FaceTime improvements and a complete home screen redesign for iPads. In this article, we will guide you on how to download and install the software updates on your devices.
Preparing your iPhone or iPad for the Update
Prior to downloading the update, take a few minutes to perform routine maintenance on your device. Clear any clutter such as photos or apps that you no longer need to free up storage space. Then, create a fresh backup of your device to ensure you don’t lose any important data while installing the update. Once these tasks are complete, your device will be prepared for the iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 updates.
Will Your Device Work with iOS 15 and iPadOS 15?
Apple has published a list of all the devices that are compatible with the latest operating system updates. If your device is running on iOS 14, you can update to iOS 15. Here is the complete list of supported devices:
- iPhone 12 Mini iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
- iPhone 12 11-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation)
- iPhone 12 Pro 12.9-inch iPad Pro (4th generation)
- iPhone 12 Pro Max 11-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation)
- iPhone 11 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation)
- iPhone 11 Pro 11-inch iPad Pro (1st generation)
- iPhone 11 Pro Max 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation)
- iPhone XS 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st generation)
- iPhone XS Max 10.5-inch iPad Pro
- iPhone XR iPad Pro 9.7-inch
- iPhone X iPad (8th generation)
- iPhone 8 iPad (7th generation)
- iPhone 8 Plus iPad (6th generation)
- iPhone 7 iPad (5th generation)
- iPhone 7 Plus iPad Mini (5th generation)
- iPhone 6s iPad Mini 4
- iPhone 6s Plus iPad Air (4th generation)
- iPhone SE (1st generation) iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPad Air 2
- iPod Touch (7th generation)
How to Download and Install iOS 15 and iPadOS 15
To download and install the software updates, follow these simple steps:
1. Connect your device to a charger to ensure the update does not drain your battery.
2. Ensure your device is connected to a strong Wi-Fi network to speed up the installation process.
3. On your device, go to Settings, then General, and finally, Software Update.
4. Your device will connect to Apple’s servers and prompt you to download and install the update. Follow the instructions to complete the installation process.
5. Once your device restarts, it will be running on the latest iOS or iPadOS software update.
Final Remarks
We hope this article has helped you understand how to download and install Apple’s new software. If you have any further queries, you can ask us in the contact forum section. If you found this helpful, please share it with your friends and family to support us.
FAQs
1. Can I update my iPhone or iPad to iOS 15 or iPadOS 15 without a Wi-Fi connection?
It is recommended to connect your device to a strong Wi-Fi network as software updates can be quite large and may use up your mobile data. While it is possible to update using your mobile data, it may incur additional charges.
2. Will I lose any data during the update process?
It is important to create a fresh backup of your device before commencing the update process. This ensures you do not lose any data during the installation process. However, if you do encounter any issues, you can always restore from your backup after the update is complete.
