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I need to update my iPhone

I need to update my iPhone



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iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Feb 18, 2022 7:58 PM

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Posted on Feb 18, 2022 8:14 PM

• If you have an iPhone 5S or 6/6plus, the highest you can update to is 12.5.5

• If you have an iPhone 6S through 13, you can update to 15.3.1


Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204204


Update using your computer -

https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/update-ios-iph3e504502/ios


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Feb 18, 2022 8:14 PM in response to ParisJohnson

• If you have an iPhone 5S or 6/6plus, the highest you can update to is 12.5.5

• If you have an iPhone 6S through 13, you can update to 15.3.1


Go to Settings > General > Software Update.


Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using WiFi -

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204204


Update using your computer -

https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/update-ios-iph3e504502/ios


Feb 18, 2022 8:37 PM in response to ParisJohnson

ParisJohnson Said:

"I need to update my iPhone right now"

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What Error(s) are you getting?

If not enough space being available is the issue, then make more space. Perform the following...



Troubleshooting iPhone Storage:

Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support


So, what to do:

Clear Space:

Try clearing internal storage though use of the following:

What Space to Clear:

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:

Also...



B. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.

Also..


C. Clear "Other" (Applies to iPhone):

Clear the storage named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tips. Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use. So, clearing other may be the way to go about this, as it would be performs through use of a computer.

Feb 19, 2022 2:19 AM in response to ParisJohnson

Make sure that your iPhone is setup to meet the following requirements before you attempt to update the iOS version over a Wi-Fi Network. Open Settings ➡️ General ➡️ Software UpdateIf there is an update available for your iPhone then it will be listed here. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and update your iPhone. 

  • Your iPhone must have a fast Wi-Fi connection; you cannot update over cellular data or a cellular hotspot
  • Ensure that you do not have a beta profile installed from a previous version
  • The iPhone can not be in Low Power mode
  • The battery state of charge must be above 50%
  • Your iPhone must have at least 6GB or more free storage space
  • Your iPhone cannot be connected through VPN
  • You should leave the phone plugged in until it finishes updating, both to assure that it remains above 50% and to keep Wi-Fi enabled (Wi-Fi turns off when the phone sleeps if not connected to power).


Axel F.

I need to update my iPhone

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