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How to update iOS over mobile phone data

How to update iOS over mobile data

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Feb 13, 2021 7:40 PM

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Posted on Feb 13, 2021 7:46 PM

At this time, a Wifi connection is required to update iPhone OS. One work around would be using a different device and making a hotspot, though be warned, download speeds can be slow over a 4G network. I would recommend that you just update over a stable Wifi connection.

(Friendly tip) I also recommend the iPhone being plugged in during the update process, as loss of power during updates can result in corrupt files.

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Feb 13, 2021 7:46 PM in response to abubakar33

At this time, a Wifi connection is required to update iPhone OS. One work around would be using a different device and making a hotspot, though be warned, download speeds can be slow over a 4G network. I would recommend that you just update over a stable Wifi connection.

(Friendly tip) I also recommend the iPhone being plugged in during the update process, as loss of power during updates can result in corrupt files.

How to update iOS over mobile phone data

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