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My iPhone 8 Plus is showing "an update is required to use cellular data on your iPhone"

An update is required to use cellular data on your iPhone


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iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 14

Posted on Aug 25, 2024 6:32 AM

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Posted on Aug 25, 2024 7:12 AM

Have you checked for a Cellular Update from your provider by going to Settings > General > About? You may need to be connected to Wifi.

Manually update your carrier settings on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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My iPhone 8 Plus is showing "an update is required to use cellular data on your iPhone"

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