Here Are All the iPad Models iPadOS 17 Supports (And Doesn't Support) (2024)

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Here Are All the iPad Models iPadOS 17 Supports (And Doesn't Support)? ›

iPadOS 17 drops support for the first-generation iPad Pro, and the fifth-generation iPad, making it the first version of iPadOS to require Apple Pencil compatibility on iPads, as well as the first version of iPadOS to drop support for an iPad Pro.

iPadOS 17 drops support for the first-generation iPad Pro, and the fifth-generation iPad, making it the first version of iPadOS to require Apple Pencil compatibility on iPads, as well as the first version of iPadOS to drop support for an iPad Pro.

If you have an obsolete or outdated iPad, it may be unable to run the newest apps or update existing apps. In a technical sense, an obsolete device is one that the manufacturer no longer supports. Here's a list of iPads that are no longer supported or discontinued but supported.

You might be unable to update your iPhone or iPad wirelessly, or over the air, for one of these reasons: Your device doesn't support the latest software. There isn't enough available storage space on your device. The update takes a long time to download.

iPadOS 17 was revealed on June 5th 2023 at the WWDC conference. It supports iPad Pros 12.9" Second Generation and later as well as the 10.5" iPad Pro and the 11" iPad Pro First Generation and later, although the support section at iPadOS 17 - Apple is not very clear about this.

You might not be aware that there's a real danger in using an iPad for too long. If a device can no longer run the latest version of Apple's iPadOS operating system, it will miss out on a lot of critical security updates. Vulnerabilities that remain unpatched can put you at risk.

iPads which will not get iPadOS 16

Two iPads will no longer get Apple software updates: the iPad mini 4 and iPad Air 2. To check your iPad's model number go to Settings > General > About > Model Name.

Any iPad, powered by the M1, M2, or M4 series of chips with at least 8 GB of RAM will be eligible for both iPadOS 18 and Apple Intelligence.

How do you fix an iPad that is not supported? ›

Check the connections

Disconnect and reconnect the accessory to clear the alert. If the alert continues to appear, check the connectors on the accessory and your device for damage or debris. If necessary, gently remove the debris and clean the connectors on your device.

Safely Disposing Old iPads

If your device isn't eligible for credits, Apple will still recycle your iPad for free. You can also check for e-waste facilities, sell, or donate your device. Just be sure to backup your files first.

As technology advances, device and operating system manufacturers eventually stop supporting older devices and operating systems. When this happens, you may not be able to update your device or apps.

By downloading iPadOS 17, you'll enjoy a faster, more intuitive iPad experience that features enhanced multitasking functionality, superior collaboration, excellent PDF document annotation, and cool Lock Screen customization options.

iPadOS 18 is available for iPad Pro (M4), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later), iPad Air (M2), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), iPad (7th generation and later), and iPad mini (5th generation and later).

With each update, Apple releases a full list of devices that are able to download it. If you don't see your model on the list and it's more than 5-6 years old, it's likely that your iPad is too old to handle a new update. Your iPad can't download new apps or update the ones you have.

iOS 16 supports all iPhones starting at iPhone 8 and later and iPadOS 16 supports iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), iPad (5th generation and later) iPad mini (5th generation and later).