Unable to update my iPhone 16e

my iphone 16e has taken forever to update and it keeps saying update request. 16e iPhone.Set up 2 days ago



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iPhone 16e, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 7, 2025 9:24 AM

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Apr 7, 2025 9:31 AM in response to methumjgjg

Below is a list of over the air update requirements for your iPhone written by Community member Lawrence Finch. Make sure you meet all of them to update.


  • You need at least 10 GB of free storage, more is better
  • You must be connected to a Wi-Fi network or a 5G network connection
  • The phone must be charged to at least 50%, and preferably plugged in so it stays above 50% during the update
  • The phone must not be in Low Power Mode
  • The phone must not be connected through VPN, and it may be necessary to delete any VPN apps and VPN profiles
  • The phone cannot be in Airplane mode and must have a cellular data connection
  • You cannot still have a beta of a previous version installed on the phone
  • You cannot have a previous version that was downloaded, but not installed - go to Settings/General/iPhone Storage to look; if you find an iOS installer, delete it


If you can't meet all of them you can still update using your computer.

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Unable to update my iPhone 16e

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