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Why won’t it let me do the update on my iPhone se

Let my iPhone make the software update.

iPhone

Posted on Jul 23, 2023 6:40 PM

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Posted on Jul 23, 2023 6:49 PM

Melissa1003 Said:

"Why won’t it let me do the update on my iPhone se: Let my iPhone make the software update."

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Updating an iPhone SE to iOS16:

Update Using a Computer:

What to Update: Installed apps and the iOS.

How to do so...


A. Verify Compatibility:

Identify your iPhone model. The first thing that comes to mind in incompatibility being the culprit. So, confirm the model of your iPhone. If iPhone model is incompatible with iOS 16then it is because you iPhone does not meet the hardware requirements for this iOS version(s).


B. If Compatible...


1. Back Up First:

IMPORTANT: If you have an option to update, however, then be certain you backup your iPhone first. That way, you will have something to restore your iPhone from should anything go wrong with the update


then...


2. Proceed with the Update:

Go Here:  Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jul 23, 2023 6:49 PM in response to Melissa1003

Melissa1003 Said:

"Why won’t it let me do the update on my iPhone se: Let my iPhone make the software update."

-------


Updating an iPhone SE to iOS16:

Update Using a Computer:

What to Update: Installed apps and the iOS.

How to do so...


A. Verify Compatibility:

Identify your iPhone model. The first thing that comes to mind in incompatibility being the culprit. So, confirm the model of your iPhone. If iPhone model is incompatible with iOS 16then it is because you iPhone does not meet the hardware requirements for this iOS version(s).


B. If Compatible...


1. Back Up First:

IMPORTANT: If you have an option to update, however, then be certain you backup your iPhone first. That way, you will have something to restore your iPhone from should anything go wrong with the update


then...


2. Proceed with the Update:

Go Here:  Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip

Jul 23, 2023 6:45 PM in response to Melissa1003

What happens when you try?


Can you post a screenshot of the whole screen, it could reveal why you aren't able to update.


Make sure you:

• Are using a WiFi connection (not a hotspot).

• You have an active cell signal (You need both WiFi and cellular service to perform the upgrade).

• Are not using a VPN connection.

• Have your battery charged at least 50%. Better yet, keep it plugged in during the update.

• Do not have power save mode turned on.

• Do not have a beta version installed.

• You have at least 10 gigs of storage available.


Click on this link on what to do if you can't update your phone -

If your iPhone or iPad won't update – Apple Support (UK)


Why won’t it let me do the update on my iPhone se

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