Today Apple has released iOS 16.7.6 and iPadOS 16.7.6 updates for iPhone and iPad models that do not support iOS 17 or later. The update focuses on bringing bug fixes and security fixes to older generations of iOS devices.
iOS 16.7.6 is available on iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone 8. iPadOS 16.7.6 on the other hand can be downloaded on 12.9-inch iPad Pro 1st generation, 9.7-inch iPad Pro, iPad 6th generation, and iPad 5th generation.
No new features or noticeable changes are expected in iOS 16.7.6. You can download this update over the air by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update. You also have the option to install iOS 16.7.5 manually using the direct IPSW links for iOS 16.7.6 and direct IPSW links for iPadOS 16.7.5 which we have shared below.
For newer iPhones and iPads, Apple has also released iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 for the public.
Download iOS 16.7.6 IPSW for iPhone
Download iPadOS 16.7.6 IPSW for iPad
- 9.7-in. iPad Pro (1st generation)
- 12.9-in. iPad Pro (1st generation)
- iPad (6th generation)
- iPad (5th generation)