iPadOS 9.9.26.2.1

iPadOS

Version

9.9.26.2.1

Build ID

23C71

File Size

6.93 GB

Release Date

2026-01-26T18:15:37Z

Update Type

Normal release

Delta update - requires 12.1.1 installed first.

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About This Update

iPadOS 9.9.26.2.1 (build 23C71) is an official Apple over-the-air update for the iPad mini 5 (Cellular), released on 2026-01-26T18:15:37Z. The update package is 6.93 GB. This is a delta (partial) update that requires 12.1.1 to already be installed on the device - it cannot be applied from scratch. This update is no longer signed by Apple, meaning it can no longer be downloaded and applied on-device through Settings.

The OTA payload file is 6b7edd611e5f1d5b84f4e1e477c0df5be5159b08.zip.

Direct URL

https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2025FallFCS/patches/047-12987/65499183-8AB8-48F1-9A5C-375DDA912C73/com_apple_MobileAsset_SoftwareUpdate/6b7edd611e5f1d5b84f4e1e477c0df5be5159b08.zip