Your iPad Pro 10.5” is capable of being updated to iPadOS16.1.
For devices capable of update to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:
Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support
If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support
If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support
iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support
Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, it may be too far behind the current version to be updated directly from iPad settings. In such circ*mstances you will likely need to use a computer to perform the update. You will need access to either a PC (with iTunes installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.
Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support
Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support
Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support
If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:
How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support
You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.
FAQs
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.
Will iPad Pro 10.5 get iPadOS 17? ›
As for the iPad Pro, the first-generation iPad Pro 12.9 (2015) fails to make the cut for iPadOS 17, with Apple making the update available to 12.9-inch iPad Pros from the second generation and newer. The iPad Pro 10.5 and iPad Pro 11 models will all get iPadOS 17 when it's released.
Is my iPad too old to update to iPadOS 16? ›
iOS 16 supports the first-generation iPad Pro, which debuted in 2015. All iPads running an A9/A9X chip or newer can update to iOS 16. Older iPads with an A8/A8X chip cannot update to iOS 16.
Which iPad Pro will update to iOS 16? ›
iPad
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)
This is according to a post “on social media by a private account with a strong track record” seen by 9to5Mac, and they claim specifically that the iPad (6th generation), the iPad Pro 12.9 (2nd generation), and the iPad Pro 10.5 won't get iPadOS 18.
How old is the iPad Pro 10.5 in? ›
Models
| iPad Pro | 2017 |
|---|
| Model | 10.5-inch |
|---|
| Announcement date | June 5, 2017 |
| Release date | June 13, 2017 |
| Launch price | |
3 more rows10.5-inch Wi-Fi + Cellular:
The 12.9 inch version was discontinued on October 30, 2018 after the announcement of the 3rd-generation iPad Pro. However, the 10.5 inch version continued in production along with the 11 inch version until March 18, 2019 when the iPad Air (3rd generation) was announced.
Which iPad will support iPadOS 16? ›
The public version of iPadOS 16 was released on October 24, 2022 as iPadOS 16.1. iPadOS 16 is the final version of iPadOS that supports the first-generation iPad Pro and iPads without Apple Pencil compatibility, especially the fifth-generation iPad.
Which iPads can no longer be updated? ›
Which iPads are not supported with updates?
- iPad Air (1st generation) – 2013.
- iPad (4th generation and earlier) – 2012 and older.
- iPad mini (3rd generation and earlier) – 2014 and older.
Which iPads support iPadOS 16?
- iPad mini 5 (2019), iPad mini 6 (2021)
- iPad 9.7 (2017), iPad 9.7 (2018), iPad 10.2 (2019), iPad 10.2 (2020), iPad 10.2 (2021)
- iPad Pro all models.
- iPad Air (2019), iPad Air (2020), iPad Air (2022)
Update iPad manually
At any time, you can check for and install software updates. Go to Settings > General > Software Update. The screen shows the currently installed version of iPadOS and whether an update is available. To turn off automatic updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates.
Why won't my iPad update to iOS 16? ›
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.
How long will the 1st gen iPad Pro be supported? ›
The 2015/2016 iPad Pro models have gotten nearly 7/8 years of full support from Apple. Your 1st gen iPad Pro will still be fine for another 3+ years and Apple will continue to give this iPad Pro small, point security updates, when needed.
How do I install iPadOS 16? ›
For devices running iPadOS 16.3 or earlier
Tap the configuration profile in Mail and follow the installation instructions. Connect your device to a power cord and connect to Wi-Fi. Tap Settings > General > Software Update. Tap ”Download and Install“.
Which iPads will get iPadOS 17? ›
iPadOS 17 is compatible with these devices.
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation and later)
- iPad Pro 10.5-inch.
- iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later)
- iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
- iPad (6th generation and later)
- iPad mini (5th generation and later)
The 2023 10.5-inch iPad Pro, with its high-quality display, A10X chip performance, and accessory compatibility, offers value for media consumption and light productivity at ~$200; however, its future iPadOS support is uncertain, and it may face outdated software issues by 2024.
How long will my iPad Pro be supported? ›
How long does Apple support iPads? On average, Apple provides software updates for 5–6 years.
