iPhone taking long time to Prepare update

After downloading the latest iOS update my iPhone seems to be taking a long time to ‘prepare update’ Is there a way past this or how long should it be taking?

iPhone 7, iOS 13

Posted on Aug 23, 2022 4:29 AM

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Posted on Aug 23, 2022 4:40 AM

Depending on how much data you have on your device, and on the iOS version currently running on it, it might take 30-60 minutes.

Bear in mind that if that device is still running iOS 13, you might encounter many difficulties to update it wirelessly.

I suggest that you try to update it via computer (if you don't have a computer borrow one from your friends/neighbors, or ask for help at an Apple Store or Authorized Service Provider), then 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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Aug 23, 2022 4:40 AM in response to TommyG316

Depending on how much data you have on your device, and on the iOS version currently running on it, it might take 30-60 minutes.

Bear in mind that if that device is still running iOS 13, you might encounter many difficulties to update it wirelessly.

I suggest that you try to update it via computer (if you don't have a computer borrow one from your friends/neighbors, or ask for help at an Apple Store or Authorized Service Provider), then 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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