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Am trying to update my iOS version but it won’t go through

Am trying to update my iOS version but it won’t go through

iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 14

Posted on Nov 25, 2021 6:16 PM

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Posted on Nov 25, 2021 6:21 PM

What happens when you try?


Can you post a screenshot of the whole screen, it could reveal why you aren't able to update.


Make sure you:

• Are using a WiFi connection (not a hotspot).

• Have your battery charged at least 50%. Better yet, keep it plugged in during the update.

• Are not using a VPN connection.

• Do not have power save mode turned on.

• Do not have a beta version installed.

• You have at least 6 gigs of storage available.


You can also check out this article for help -


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

https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201435


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Nov 25, 2021 6:21 PM in response to sone193

What happens when you try?


Can you post a screenshot of the whole screen, it could reveal why you aren't able to update.


Make sure you:

• Are using a WiFi connection (not a hotspot).

• Have your battery charged at least 50%. Better yet, keep it plugged in during the update.

• Are not using a VPN connection.

• Do not have power save mode turned on.

• Do not have a beta version installed.

• You have at least 6 gigs of storage available.


You can also check out this article for help -


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

https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201435


Nov 25, 2021 6:29 PM in response to sone193

sone193 Said:

"Am trying to update my iOS version but it won’t go through"

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Determining if an Update will Install:

How to do so...

A. Verify Compatibility:

Confirm the model of your iPhone. If iPhone model is incompatible with iOS15then it is because you iPhone does not meet the hardware requirements for this iOS version(s).


B. If Compatible...


1. Back Up First:

IMPORTANT: If you have an option to update, however, then be certain you backup your iPhone first. That way, you will have something to restore your iPhone from should anything go wrong with the update


then...


2. Proceed with the Update:

Use a Computer and Ethernet:

Start with attempting an update through use of a computer. If you cannot use Wi-Fi, then use Ethernet.  See my User Tip: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. On the computer, you would connect it through Ethernet, going directly into your router. For a Mac (or PC) that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple. If you get the same error, the model is likely just not compatible.

Am trying to update my iOS version but it won’t go through

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