Making Use of a Computer for Updating an iOS Device

Updating your iOS Device Through a Computer:

The Benefits to Using a Computer:

• If updating your iOS Device directly on the device itself is unsuccessful, try using a computer.

• Having a much larger screen, the GUI (Graphically User Interface) would make it much more user-friendly.

• Use an Ethernet connection, instead of Wi-Fi, for a less likelihood of losing the connection.

The Steps to Follow:

1. Backup First: Make a backup of your device using iCloud or your computer. That way you can have something to restore your iOS Device from, should anything go wrong with the update installation.

2. Then, Update Using Links:

Disable Cellular when updating on the iPhone.

• From a Mac:
  • Update Software on iOS Devices in iTunes on Mac - Apple Support
  • Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Finder - Apple Support

• From a PC:
  • Update Software on iOS and iPadOS Devices in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

As for Troubleshooting the Connection:

Go Here: How to Connect to the Internet with your Mac - Apple Support

• Restart your modem/router
• Try another network
• Try a hardwired connection***

***Hardwired Connection:

If you have a much newer computer, then it may not have an Ethernet port. So, for ease of access use the Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple Support, along with an Ethernet cable.

For Reference:

Updating from the iOS Device itself:Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch - Apple Support