iOS 16/iPadOS 16 All-round Update Guide

iOS 16 is now available! What's new in iOS 16? How to update my iPhone/iPad to iOS 16? What should I do if the update fails? Here you will learn everything you need to know before updating the iOS version!

iOS 16 All Brand New Features Here

iOS 16 brings a bunch of brilliant features, including a brand-new lock screen, family sharing upgraded, messages unsend, etc.

Lock Screen

1. Customize your lock screen, including photos, font style, color option and widgets.
2. Swipe to switch customized lock screens.
3. Add widgets as you like: calendar events, date, weather, battery levels and more.

Health and Fitness

1. Now, the health app allows users to track medications, vitamins, and supplements the should take everyday.
2. Users can share health data with friends if they have received the invitation.

Photos

1. Users can copy and paste the edits to another photo.
2. If needed, users can lock the favorite and recently deleted photos, and unlock them via Face ID or Touch ID.

Messages

1. Now, users can edit a message in 15 minutes after sending it to others, and the recipients will see the editing record.
2. Users can unsend a message within 2 minutes after sending it.

Focus

1. The Health app was created to help organize your important health information and make it easy to access in a central and secure place.
2. While using Focus, users can set a different lock screen to make it look different.

Mail

1. Users can now easily unsend an email message before it reaches the recipient's inbox.
2. Smart search suggestions will help users get the content and information quicker and richer.

Apple Pay

1. The Apple Pay Later feature allows users to pay their bills later without any other interest or fees over 6 weeks.
2. Allows users to share keys in Apple Wallet via apps on iPhone.

Dictation

1. The Dictations feature now allows users to add emojis in it after iOS 16 update.
2. Users can switch between speaking and typing smoothly while dictating the voice.
3. Dictation will insert punctuation automatically.

Live Text

1. Now, users can copy the test from a pause video frame directly. This feature also works in Photos, Safari, etc.
2. Users can easily translate the text in a photo or video with a simple click.

Map

1. With the new features of Maps, users now can add the card to Wallet to check the balances in Maps.
2. The multi-stops will help you manage your route and sync with Mac and iPhone.

Safari

1. In iOS 16, Safari allows users to share a set of tabs with friends. The Group Tab is activable and users can edit it by changing the Start page and customizing the background image and Group Tab name.

Siri

1. Now, Siri supports running shortcuts.
2. Users can send emojis while sending email or messages using Siri.
3. Users can send messages without the confirmation step.

Check for Compatibility - Is Your iPhone/iPad iOS 16 Supported?

Before updating your iPhone to iOS 16, please check if your iOS 16 can run on your iOS device. The following iPhone and iPad models are supported to update to iOS 16. No iPod touch can update to iOS 16.

iPhone

1. iPhone 14
2. iPhone 14 Plus
3. iPhone 14 Pro
4. iPhone 14 Pro Max
5. iPhone 13
6. iPhone 13 Pro
7. iPhone 13 Pro Max
8. iPhone 13 Mini
9. iPhone 12
10. iPhone 12 Pro
11. iPhone 12 Pro Max
12. iPhone 12 Mini
13. Phone 11
14. iPhone 11 Pro

1. iPhone 11 Pro Max
2. iPhone 11 Mini
3. iPhone SE (2022)
4. iPhone SE (2020)
5. iPhone 11
6. iPhone 11 Pro
7. iPhone 11 Pro Max
8. iPhone X
9. iPhone XS
10. iPhone XS Max
11. iPhone XR
12. iPhone 8
13. iPhone 8 Plus

iPad

1. iPad Pro (all models)
2. iPad Air 3
3. iPad Air 4
4. iPad Air 5
5. iPad 5th and later
6. iPad Mini 5th and later

Back Up Device Before Updating to iOS 16

Backing up your device will be a wise choice before updating your iOS to 16 as the updating process may cause data loss. Though it rarely happens. The following shows you 3 different methods to back up your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch.

TunesKit iPhone Data Recovery

1. Retrieve data from iPhone/iPad/iPod touch within several simple clicks
2. Back up your device before updating the iOS version to avoid data loss
3. Recover data under any scenarios like software update failure, mistaken deletion, and disabled device
4. Fully compatible with iOS 16 and most iOS device models
5. Retrieve various types of data including photos, videos, contacts, etc.

Step 1. Connect your iOS device to the computer

Step 2. Scan and choose files to backup

Step 3. Get your data back to the computer

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Backup with iCloud

Step 1. Go to Settings, select your profile

Step 2. Click on the iCloud option

Step 3. Hit on the Back Up Now option.

Backup with iTunes

Step 1. Launch iTunes and connect your iPhone to a computer.

Step 2. Select the device icon on the top-left corner

Step 3. Click on the Summary option.

Step 4. Choose the Back Up Now button.

How to Update to iOS 16

Here you will learn the best methods to update your iOS system to iOS 16, including using TunesKit iOS System Recovery, iTunes, and Settings.

TunesKit iOS System Recovery

1. Recover your iOS/tvOS to normal at home with no data loss
2. Fix common iOS system issues like Apple logo, boot loop, and black screen
3. Downgrade iOS 16 to 15.6.1 version without jailbreak
4. Enter and exit recovery mode on iPhone/iPad/iPod touch
5. Be compatible with latest iOS 16 version and iOS devices

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Go to Mac>

Install TunesKit

Install TunesKit on your computer and connect iOS device to PC via USB. Then, choose the Standard Mode.

Download Firmware Package

Download correct firmware package to update your iPhone to iOS 16.

Update to iOS 16

Click the Repair button and TunesKit will start to update your iPhone system version.

Connect to iTunes

Launch iTunes on your computer and connect your iPhone to it.

Check for Update

Click on the Device button. Select the Summary option and hit Check for Update.

Download and Update

After downloading the firmware package, iTunes will update your iPhone.

Launch Settings

To begin with, launch the Settings app on your iPhone, and then select the General option.

Click on Software Update

Click on the Software Update button.

Update to iOS 16

Click on the Download an Install option to update your iPhone to iOS 16.

iOS Update Problems & Solutions

If you face problems updating your iOS version, the following issues will show you the best solutions to solve the iOS updating questions.

iPhone Software Update Failed

Are you experiencing problems while updating your iPhone? Well, don't be too worried. Read this guide to find the best iPhone software update failed solutions!

iPhone Stuck on Checking for Update

You iPhone stuck on Checking for Update screen and can't move on? Don't panic. In this guide, you'll learn 6 methods to help you solve this problem with ease.

iPhone Stuck on Preparing Update

Why does your iPhone get stuck on preparing update, and how to fix it? Check these 8 useful solutions.

iPhone Won't Update

iPhone won't update to the latest version of iOS or fail during the update? Here are the best 5 solutions.