iOS 16.7.5 & iPadOS 16.7.5 Security Updates for Older iPhone & iPad Released
Apple has released iOS 16.7.5 and iPadOS 16.7.5 as updates for older model iPhone and iPad devices that are not running iOS 17.3.
These updates are available for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation, whereas newer devices will find iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 available as updates instead.
No new features are included in iOS 16.7.5 or iPadOS 16.7.5, as the updates are focused on security fixes.
How to Download & Install iOS 16.7.5 or iPadOS 16.7.5
Be sure to start by backing up your iPhone or iPad to iCloud, Finder, or a PC, and then proceed with the update process:
- Open the “Settings” app on iPhone or iPad
- Go to “General”
- Go to “Software Update”
- Choose to download and install iOS 16.7.5 / iPadOS 16.7.5
Remember, iOS 16.7.5 and iPadOS 16.7.5 are available specifically for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 5th generation, iPad Pro 9.7-inch, and iPad Pro 12.9-inch 1st generation. Newer model iPhone and iPad will find iOS 17.3 or iPadOS 17.3 as updates instead.
iOS 16.7.5 & iPadOS 16.7.5 IPSW Files
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iOS 16.7.5 & iPadOS 16.7.5 Release Notes
Release notes accompanying the download for iOS 16.7.5 and iPadOS 16.7.5 mention security updates:
This update provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.
Additional software updates are available for nearly every other Apple device, so don’t forget to update Macs, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod too.
