YouTube has lately revised its iOS and iPadOS application, increasing the minimum operating system requirements to iOS and iPadOS 16. This alteration has led to the cessation of support for six previous iPhone and iPad models. The most recent version of the app, 20.22.1, does not indicate any notable updates in its release notes, which generally mention “bug fixes, performance enhancements, and additional cat videos.”
The models that are no longer supported comprise:
– iPhone 7
– iPhone 7 Plus
– iPhone 6s
– iPhone 6s Plus
– iPhone SE (1st generation)
– iPad Air 2
– iPad mini 4
Owners of these devices will no longer receive updates or support for the YouTube app. Although the iPhone 7 and 6s series may not see extensive use today, older iPads, especially the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 4, are frequently retained for specific uses, such as streaming videos on YouTube. This update may impact numerous users, particularly parents who depend on these devices for their children’s entertainment.
For those looking to verify which devices are compatible with iOS and iPadOS 16, Apple offers a detailed support document. Users affected by this compatibility shift are invited to share their experiences and opinions in the comments section.
