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iOS 14.8 not downloading

iOS 14.8 update error

My IOS 14.8 keeps coming up with error and won’t download on my iPad Air 2 when downloading it gets about 50% when requesting update


Posted on Oct 24, 2021 2:44 AM

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Posted on Oct 24, 2021 2:52 AM

Assuming you're trying to update your device wirelessly (via wifi), see this suppport article:--> If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update


If the issue persists, try to update it via computer:

Learn how to update your device manually if you're using a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, or if you're using a Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier or a Windows PC.


If you still get no help, contact Apple Support directly, using this link:--> Get Support

Regards

Giulio

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Oct 24, 2021 2:52 AM in response to Abc2255

Assuming you're trying to update your device wirelessly (via wifi), see this suppport article:--> If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update


If the issue persists, try to update it via computer:

Learn how to update your device manually if you're using a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, or if you're using a Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier or a Windows PC.


If you still get no help, contact Apple Support directly, using this link:--> Get Support

Regards

Giulio

Oct 24, 2021 3:22 AM in response to Abc2255

Abandon the update attempt - and ensure that the update package has been removed from the iPad:

Settings > General > iPad Storage


Scroll down the list of Apps until you find the downloaded update package; delete the failed update package by swiping left. Restart your iPad before attempting to install the update.


If you continue to have difficulties, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting if needed:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

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

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support


If you continue to experience difficulties with direct update from iPad Settings, you will likely have more success if you perform the update using a PC or Mac computer. To do so you will need access to either a PC (with iTunes installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support


You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

iOS 14.8 not downloading

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