Apple has released an iOS 16.7.1 update for iPhone users whose mobiles are incompatible with the recently released iOS 17 version. Though some of the users whose iPhones are compatible with iOS 17, might have also not downloaded the iOS 17 update to their iPhones and are still running with iOS 16 can also update their iPhones with 16.7.1.
With the release of the iOS 16.7.1 update, Apple has confirmed to those iPhone users who are using iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, and later models that they are also Apple’s priority to stay updated and secured.
There is no specific reason for the 16.7.1 update release, but this update will fix the security bugs causing the leakage of personal data to suspicious sources.
Whether your iPhones fall in the range of incompatible iPhones to iOS 17 like iPhone 8, iPhone 8 plus, or iPhone 10 or under iOS 17 compatible iPhones category but have not downloaded iOS 17, Apple has urgently recommended to update your iPhones for security reasons.
How To Update Your iPhone To iOS 16.7.1
Updating your iPhone to iOS 16.7.1 is simple. Follow the following steps and you will be done updating your phone-
| Go to Settings> General> Software Update> Download> Install |
Conclusion:
Apple has recently released a 16.7.1 update for iOS 17 incompatible iPhones and urgently warned users to update their iPhones to fix security issues.