iPad stuck on verifying update
I try to update my iPad and it’s stuck on “verifying update” for over 24 hours.
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iPad Pro, iPadOS 15
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I try to update my iPad and it’s stuck on “verifying update” for over 24 hours.
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iPad Pro, iPadOS 15
As described, the process has stalled - potentially due to an interrupted network connection. You will need to interrupt the stalled process with a forced-restart:
Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)
If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:
After restarting your iPad, you can continue with the update. It is generally recommended that you keep your iPad connected to its Power Adapter throughout the update process - as this will keep the iPad's WiFi radio active.
As described, the process has stalled - potentially due to an interrupted network connection. You will need to interrupt the stalled process with a forced-restart:
Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)
If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:
After restarting your iPad, you can continue with the update. It is generally recommended that you keep your iPad connected to its Power Adapter throughout the update process - as this will keep the iPad's WiFi radio active.
iPad stuck on verifying update