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What does ‘ unable to verify update ‘ means

Please what does ‘ unable to verify update , iOS 15.2 failed verification because you are no longer connected to the internet ‘ means

iPhone 7

Posted on Dec 22, 2021 5:06 PM

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You need a cellular network connection to complete the update. The phone is attempting to verify with the carrier, and failing because you have no service.

Posted on Dec 22, 2021 5:24 PM

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What does ‘ unable to verify update ‘ means

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