charlieart Author

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iPad refuses to update, runs thru download and then says “preparing update”, then cancels

Trying to update to latest for June 1, 2020

iPad refuses to update, runs thru download and then says “preparing update”, then cancels

ipad pro

iPad, iOS 9

Posted on Jun 8, 2020 6:25 PM

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Jun 8, 2020 6:46 PM in response to charlieart

Hello,

Please refer to the following Apple Support document.

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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