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YouTube Update Excludes Older iOS Devices, Users Protest

6/4/2025

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YouTube's latest iOS app update, version 20.22.1, now demands iOS 16 or higher, leaving older devices like the iPhone 6, 6s, 7, and iPads Air 2 and mini 4 in the dust. While users can still browse YouTube on the web, they’ll face restricted features, marking a significant shift for loyal fans of these aging devices.

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YouTube's latest iOS app update, version 20.22.1, now demands iOS 16 or higher, leaving older devices like the iPhone 6, 6s, 7, and iPads Air 2 and mini 4 in the dust. While users can still browse YouTube on the web, they’ll face restricted features, marking a significant shift for loyal fans of these aging devices.