I need iOS e 16 in iPhone 7plus
alaba195
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User level: Level 1 (4 points)I need iOS e 16 in iPhone 7plus
Posted on Sep 23, 2026 9:49 AM
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Mac Jim ID
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User level: Level 10 (105,996 points)Sep 23, 2026 10:03 AM in response to alaba195
You actually need a phone that supports iOS 16 and the iPhone 7 Plus does not have the hardware capable of doing that.
Niel
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User level: Level 10 (756,437 points)Sep 23, 2026 10:03 AM in response to alaba195
An iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, or iPhone SE 1 isn't capable of 16 or above; they require an A11 or better CPU.
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Smilin-Brian
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User level: Level 10 (97,882 points)Sep 24, 2026 1:58 AM in response to alaba195
Welcome and thank you for reaching out. 🤗
Open Settings ➢ General ➢ Software Update.
If you get the message; "iOS is up to date", then your iPhone has reached the end-of-life support for Software Updates to the latest iOS operating system, depriving you of new features created many years ago.
Many modern apps are not compatible, limiting the usability of your device.
You are invited to visit an Apple retail store to discuss your iPhone upgrade options.
Learn about the ⇢ iPhone Upgrade Program. ⇠📲
Since your iPhone 7 Plus is too old for a trade-in, the only option is to recycle it for free. ♻️
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
Smiliñ 😎 Brian | Community Volunteer
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256363586