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Meldargltz Author

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Don’t have service and can’t update

My iPhone is not having service and does not update to the next version of ios

iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 29, 2023 9:00 PM

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TheLittles

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Posted on Sep 29, 2023 9:15 PM

Meldargltz Said:

"Don’t have service and can’t update: My iPhone is not having service and does not update to the next version of iOS"

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Updating with "No Service":

If you have no service, then try updating using a computer. As for "No Message" shown atop the screen, use the second link priced (B.).

A. Update Using a Computer:

Have a Computer Handy? If so, try using a computer to update. Go here: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. If any updates are available, they will install, sure enough.

B. About "No Service": Is "No Service" shown on the top-left corner of your screen? If so, go here to fix this: If you See No Service or Searching on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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