Apple recently rolled out its latest operating system, iOS 13, with various new features and improvements. However, not all devices are compatible with the latest OS, and iPhone 6 is one of them. But fret not, as we will guide you step by step on how to upgrade your iPhone 6 to iOS 13.
Is Your iPhone 6 Compatible With iOS 13?
Before upgrading to iOS 13, you need to ensure your iPhone 6 is compatible with this OS. The following devices can upgrade to iOS 13:
| iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus |
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| iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus |
| iPhone SE |
| iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus |
| iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus |
| iPhone X |
| iPhone XR |
| iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max |
| iPod touch (7th generation) |
Back Up Your iPhone 6
Before upgrading to iOS 13, back up your iPhone, so you won’t lose any data. You can back up your iPhone using iCloud or iTunes. iCloud backup works on Wi-Fi, so ensure that your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi. Follow the steps below to back up your iPhone:
- Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
- Go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup.
- Turn on iCloud Backup.
- Tap Back Up Now.
To back up your iPhone using iTunes, connect your iPhone to your computer, open iTunes, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Update Your iPhone 6 to iOS 13
Now that you have backed up your iPhone, follow the steps below to upgrade to iOS 13:
- Connect your iPhone to a Wi-Fi network.
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
- Select Download and Install.
- If prompted, enter your passcode.
- Agree to the terms and conditions.
- Select Install Now. The installation process might take some time, depending on your internet connection and the amount of data on your iPhone.
- Once the installation is complete, your iPhone will restart.
What If Your iPhone 6 Doesn’t Have Enough Space for iOS 13?
If your iPhone 6 doesn’t have enough space to download and install iOS 13, you can free up some space by deleting unused apps, photos, and videos. Alternatively, you can connect your iPhone to your computer and use iTunes to download and install iOS 13.
Conclusion
Upgrading your iPhone 6 to iOS 13 might seem complex, but it’s a simple process that you can do on your own. Ensure that you back up your iPhone before upgrading to prevent data loss. Also, remember to free up space on your iPhone if it doesn’t have enough storage for iOS 13. Now you can enjoy the new features and improvements of iOS 13 on your iPhone 6!