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I don’t have a computer to upgrade the IOS with, why can’t I download it directly to the iPad?

I don’t have a computer to put iTunes on for the iOS download. How can I update my IPad IOS without a computer? Why can’t I download it directly to the device?

iPad (10th gen) WiFi, Cellular

Posted on Feb 15, 2023 5:49 AM

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Posted on Feb 15, 2023 5:55 AM

The files are too large and conventional data connections are unreliable. If this was an iPhone you could use 5G.


Borrow a computer from a friend or go to an apple Service center.


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I don’t have a computer to upgrade the IOS with, why can’t I download it directly to the iPad?

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