Apple releases revised iPadOS 17.5.1 update for iPad 10

Apple released a second update for iPadOS 17.5.1, specifically designed for the 10th-generation iPad. This new update has version number 21F91, which is an update from the original version 21F90.

New iPadOS 17.5.1 Update for 10th-Gen iPad

  • Currently, the update seems to be available only through Finder or iTunes, not yet appearing as an over-the-air update.

  • If you already have iPadOS 17.5.1 on your 10th-gen iPad, you might not see this new version. It’s possible it’s for those who haven’t updated yet.

  • Apple hasn’t explained why this specific update exists for the 10th-gen iPad.

Background on iPadOS 17.5.1

  • The original iPadOS 17.5.1 (released May 20th) fixed a bug where deleted photos reappeared in the Photos app. This was caused by a database corruption issue.