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My update is not downloading

I downloading the new iOS 14.8 but it never loads. Just keep saying preparing update but it been like that for an hour

iPhone XR, iOS 14

Posted on Sep 16, 2021 7:29 PM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2021 7:56 PM

Jeffdior Said:

"My update is not downloading: I downloading the new iOS 14.8 but it never loads. Just keep saying preparing update but it been like that for an hour"

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Update Using a Computer:

Have a Computer Handy? Restart your iPhone***, and then attempt this update using your computer. If so, try using a computer to update. Go here: Making Use of a Computer for Updating an iOS Device - User Tip


** Links on restarting your iPhone:



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Sep 16, 2021 7:56 PM in response to Jeffdior

Jeffdior Said:

"My update is not downloading: I downloading the new iOS 14.8 but it never loads. Just keep saying preparing update but it been like that for an hour"

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Update Using a Computer:

Have a Computer Handy? Restart your iPhone***, and then attempt this update using your computer. If so, try using a computer to update. Go here: Making Use of a Computer for Updating an iOS Device - User Tip


** Links on restarting your iPhone:



My update is not downloading

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