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Factory reset before update?

Is it necessary or a good practice to factory reset your iPhone before an update?

iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 18, 2020 3:26 AM

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Posted on Dec 18, 2020 3:28 AM

It is not needed nor is it at all necessary.

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Factory reset before update?

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