I can't update my iPhone, what can I do?

I am trying to update my iPhone 8 and it’s giving me an error message of unable to check for update


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Posted on Feb 11, 2024 10:10 AM

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Posted on Feb 11, 2024 10:24 AM

Check to see what version it is currently running by following these steps:

Settings > General > About


If it is currently running iOS 16.7.5, there isn't anything newer for your iPhone 8.


If you were hoping to get to iOS 17, it's not possible.

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