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How can I update my phone without using wifi

Iphone5s

Posted on Dec 9, 2017 11:55 PM

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Dec 10, 2017 3:57 AM in response to Bellzrose

If you have a friend nearby who has a smart phone capable of providing

a 'Wi-Fi Hotspot' your iPhone may be able to recognize & use it as such.


The friend's phone would need to use it's cellular data plan, to work.

In iOS settings, you should be able to see & select optional networks.


There is this article that touches on connecting via iTunes by wire to Mac/PC to get iOS software:


How to update software on iPhone and iPad | 9to5Mac

How to update software on iPhone ... your Lightning to USB cable→ open iTunes and ...

the choice to update your iPhone or iPad while you're ...

https://9to5mac.com/2017/04/01/become-tech-savvy-how-to-update-software-ipad-iph one/


"...Usually the easiest way to update the operating system of your iPhone or iPad is wirelessly

and directly to your device through Settings. However, you can also perform updates through

iTunes (connect your device to your computer with your Lightning to USB cable→ open iTunes

& click on the icon of your device → click Summary, then click Check for Update)..." ~ 9to5mac


In any event...

Good luck & happy trails! 🙂

How can I update my phone without using wifi

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