iPad in loop after update to iOS 16.5

You can find guidance relating to error #4013 here:

If you see error 9, 4005, 4013, or 4014 when you restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

If your iPad was working normally prior to update to iPadOS 16.5 - and is now stuck in a boot loop - you will need to restore to factory settings. This process will install a fresh copy of the most recent version of iPadOS, currently iPadOS 16.5.

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

Restore all content to iPad from a backup - Apple Support

You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

As you seem to have already sought assistance from an Apple Store, without success, you may have a hardware fault. You might try a different store (making an appointment prior to your visit is recommended), or might indeed wait for the next iPadOS update and try again.

You should note that all System Updates are digitally signed by Apple - and can only be installed whilst the digital signatures remain valid. After release of a new iOS/iPadOS version, the immediately preceding version continues to be digitally signed by Apple - however, usually within a few days, Apple will revoke the digital certificate with which the earlier version is signed.  iPadOS 16.4.1 is no longer available.

ansh251 wrote:

My iPad is also stuck in bootloop Idk what to do it is a 7th gen iPad 2019

I didn't updated it to iOS 17 because I was short on storage can please anyone help me out I tried hard reset but the response was same help!!!

Start by connecting your iPad to its Power Adapter and allow the iPad to charge for at least an hour - or preferably overnight. This step is advised as a battery with very low charge, or is failing, may produce symptoms that emulate a boot loop.

If the problem fails to stabilise, whilst still connected to the Power Adapter, attempt a forced restart of the iPad:

Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
3. Press and hold the top button.
4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.

Force restart iPad (models with the Home button)

Press and hold the top button and the Home button at the same time. When the Apple logo appears, release both buttons.

If iPad still doesn’t turn on, or if it gets stuck during start up, see the Apple Support article If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch won't turn on or is frozen. Or if your iPad isn’t working correctly after you restart it, see the iPad Support website.

If your iPad is stuck is actually stuck in a boot-loop, you’ll need to resolve this specific issue - which may entail “restoring” the most recent version of iPadOS to the iPad. This support page outlines restoration of an iPad to Factory Settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod to factory settings – Apple Support

You’ll need access to either a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS).

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Use of a PC or Mac computer is unavoidable. If you don’t have access to a suitable computer of your own, that of a helpful friend or family member will suffice. Alternatively, the technicians at the Genius Bar of your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) will be delighted to assist.

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

same issue for me.

IPAD 7th generation - IOS Update to 16.5 with following boot loop and restore error 4013.

My Apple Store tried to restore to factory settings, but received also restore error 4013.

They told me, that it is a hardware problem and that it would not be possible to repair this.

Replacing the IPAD would be the only option.

I didn't believe the story about the hardware error, because the loop was immediately after the update.

I tried to restore with different versions prior to 16.5, but this was declined.

A current restore test from today with iPadOS 17.1.2 (21B101) for iPad 7 (WiFi)

did also result in restore error 4013.

I have now bought a new IPAD, but would be interested in a cheaper solution.

Any idea?

Thx for your help.

same here. mac store swears it is just a coincidence and that it is indeed a "hardware issue" and that i need to pay to replace. the timing is mere coincidence according to them even though this looping happened immediately after update. for all 15 of us? give me a break.

My iPad is also stuck in bootloop Idk what to do it is a 7th gen iPad 2019

I didn't updated it to iOS 17 because I was short on storage can please anyone help me out I tried hard reset but the response was same help!!!