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Why I can’t update software

Why I can’t update my software

iPhone 6 Plus, iOS 12

Posted on Oct 17, 2020 8:28 AM

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Posted on Oct 17, 2020 8:35 AM

nazakat160 Said:

Why I can’t update my software

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A Few Possible Reasons:

  • Compatibility
  • Licensing
  • Losing the connection


But, what are you trying to update?



If you are looking to update your iPhone, try the Following:


A. Disable Cellular:

It will not update with cellular enabled. So, if Cellular is enabled, disable it, then proceed with the update.


B. Update an iPhone:

Update your iPhone using:

  • the iPhone itself
  • Mac, or
  • PC, even.


How to do so....

Two Major Steps: - Backup then Update

1. Backup First: Make a backup of your device using iCloud or your computer

2. Then, Update Using these Links:

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Oct 17, 2020 8:35 AM in response to nazakat160

nazakat160 Said:

Why I can’t update my software

———-


A Few Possible Reasons:

  • Compatibility
  • Licensing
  • Losing the connection


But, what are you trying to update?



If you are looking to update your iPhone, try the Following:


A. Disable Cellular:

It will not update with cellular enabled. So, if Cellular is enabled, disable it, then proceed with the update.


B. Update an iPhone:

Update your iPhone using:

  • the iPhone itself
  • Mac, or
  • PC, even.


How to do so....

Two Major Steps: - Backup then Update

1. Backup First: Make a backup of your device using iCloud or your computer

2. Then, Update Using these Links:

Why I can’t update software

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