Error “unable to check for the update” in iPhone

Im using iphone xr several years but im facing an issue regarding the OTA updates. While tapping the software update it says that “unable to check for the update” I tried several methods and tricks but no use im updating only through the itunes in windows any solution for that please help me!!

OTA updates please..😢😢



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iPhone XR

Posted on Nov 19, 2024 8:19 AM

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Posted on Nov 20, 2024 12:36 AM

You may need to connect to Wi-Fi (or a different Wi-Fi network). Your screenshot shows that it is not connected to Wi-Fi.


Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

↳ If you see “Unable to Check for Update. An error occurred while checking for a software update,” then update through a Wi‑Fi, through a different Wi‑Fi, or through a computer.

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Nov 20, 2024 12:36 AM in response to sai_chandra

You may need to connect to Wi-Fi (or a different Wi-Fi network). Your screenshot shows that it is not connected to Wi-Fi.


Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support

↳ If you see “Unable to Check for Update. An error occurred while checking for a software update,” then update through a Wi‑Fi, through a different Wi‑Fi, or through a computer.

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