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iPad 5th Gen Update?

I have been using my iPad 5th Generation since 2017 with very few problems. I have 32GB capacity with 11.5GB available. I have used 2.2GB of 5GB storage, with half of the 2.2GB being photos which I could move or eliminate if necessary. I have not updated this iPad recently - currently operating with OS14.2.1

My question - should I attempt to update this iPad to iPadOS14 or would I be better off buying a new iPad? I primarily use it for email and web surfing, not gaming or anything. I am concerned about continuing to use it without the current security updates. Thanks!


iPad (5th gen) Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on May 30, 2021 8:40 AM

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MichelPM
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Posted on May 30, 2021 10:37 AM

Only you can make this decision.

I have seen lots of posts here of issue with both iPadOS 14.5 and 14.6 that I have decided NOT to update ANY of my and my family’s devices, because of fast draining battery issues and some other issues, I cannot recall at this very moment.


I am more about device software stability than security.

The decision is yours to make.


Good Luck!

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MichelPM
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May 30, 2021 10:37 AM in response to trumpetman51

Only you can make this decision.

I have seen lots of posts here of issue with both iPadOS 14.5 and 14.6 that I have decided NOT to update ANY of my and my family’s devices, because of fast draining battery issues and some other issues, I cannot recall at this very moment.


I am more about device software stability than security.

The decision is yours to make.


Good Luck!

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Jun 18, 2021 12:16 PM in response to LotusPilot

I finally took the leap of faith and authorized the update to iPadOS14.6 from my old iOS12.4.1 - it worked beautifully! Only took

about 15 minutes to install and my iPad is stable and working perfectly. Thanks so much for your advice, I was really concerned

that I had not installed the interim security updates, and I like the new options and format. Onward!

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