i want to update ios on cellular

How can I update iOS with no access to wifi or desktop. Just cellular data

iPhone 11 Pro, iOS 13

Posted on Aug 17, 2020 11:10 AM

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Posted on Aug 17, 2020 11:12 AM

You cannot. iOS updates require Wifi or a computer.


The only way around this, is to use personal hotspot from another device.



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Aug 17, 2020 11:31 AM in response to Majormax

You can use Apple's feedback link: Feedback - iPhone - Apple


Do note however, that since iOS updates are extremely large, several gigabytes in size, unless you have unlimited data on your cellular plan, it can be a very expensive proposition to update over cellular. And many people would just eat through their plans unknowingly if that was allowed.


Also, Wi-Fi is ubiquitous enough that it should not be difficult to find a wifi network you can use to update. A coffee shop, a restaurant, your office etc...



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