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My iPhone SE will not charge to more than 4% battery yet the iOS version needs updating and the update will not work unless I have at least 20% battery charge. How am I supposed to update my iPhone SE 2023? The internet says my phone may be not charging due to I need to update the iOS or something!? What should I do?
What is your iPhone battery capacity? You can check at Settings > Battery Health and Charging. If the percent is below 80%, you need a battery replacement done. Either way, you should visit your nearest Apple Store’s Genius Bar or Apple Authorized Service Provider for either a battery replacement if needed or service.
What is your iPhone battery capacity? You can check at Settings > Battery Health and Charging. If the percent is below 80%, you need a battery replacement done. Either way, you should visit your nearest Apple Store’s Genius Bar or Apple Authorized Service Provider for either a battery replacement if needed or service.
1. By getting the battery issue resolved. Losing power while the update is in progress may leave the iPhone useless.
2. Contact Apple or an authorized service provider.
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Updating iPhone SE without enough battery
