Why is iCloud backup saying the time remaining is over 12 hours?

My latest attempt to backup my iPhone 12 Pro results in iCloud backup saying the estimated time is over 12 hours!

iPhone 7, iOS 15

Posted on Aug 4, 2023 3:07 AM

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Posted on Aug 4, 2023 10:28 AM

LordByron1960 wrote:

My latest attempt to backup my iPhone 12 Pro results in iCloud backup saying the estimated time is over 12 hours!

and it could be longer if this is your first time or it has been a long time since you've backed up.

tonight before, bed, connect to wifi, plug to power source, locked the device and leave it alone to back up.

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Aug 4, 2023 10:28 AM in response to LordByron1960

LordByron1960 wrote:

My latest attempt to backup my iPhone 12 Pro results in iCloud backup saying the estimated time is over 12 hours!

and it could be longer if this is your first time or it has been a long time since you've backed up.

tonight before, bed, connect to wifi, plug to power source, locked the device and leave it alone to back up.

Why is iCloud backup saying the time remaining is over 12 hours?

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