The act of acquiring the TikTok application on Apple devices running iOS 14 involved obtaining the software distribution package and installing it on the operating system. This process allows users of a specific generation of Apple’s mobile operating system to access the functionalities and content offered by the social media platform.
Access to the platform on devices with this older operating system is important because it broadens the user base for content creators and viewers. It allowed users with older devices to remain connected and engaged with the latest trends and social interactions within the application, preserving social inclusivity. Previously, some users might have been excluded due to technological limitations or delayed upgrades to newer operating systems.