Why Does IPhone 7 Update Take So Long?

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So if your iPhone is taking so long to update, here are some possible reasons are listed below:

Unstable even unavailable internet connection

.

USB cable connection is unstable or interrupted

.

Downloading other files while downloading the iOS update files

.

How long does an iPhone 7 update take?

It is recommended to make a backup before you update the software on the device to avoid losing personal data and apps. Ensure that the Apple iPhone 7 Plus is sufficiently charged or connect the device to a power source before you start updating. In some cases, the update can take

as long as 30 minutes

.

Why does iOS 14 take so long to download?

Another possible reason why your iOS 14/13 update downloading process is frozen is that

there is no enough space on your iPhone/iPad

. The iOS 14/13 update requires at least 2GB storage, so if you find it is taking too long to , go to check your device storage.

How long does it take to update to iOS 14?

Task Time iOS 14.8 Download 3 Minutes to 15 Minutes iOS 14.8 Installation 7 Minutes to 20 Minutes Total iOS 14.8 Update Time

10 Minutes to 1 Hour+

Why does iOS 14 preparing update take so long?

If you are finding that this phase is taking much longer than it should, you should know that there

is a problem with either hardware or software of your device

. On the software side, the issue is usually due to a partially downloaded update file or an issue with your Internet connection.

What do I do if my iPhone is stuck while updating?

  1. Press and release the volume up button.
  2. Press and release the volume down button.
  3. Press and hold the side button.
  4. When the Apple logo appears, release the button.

What do I do if my iPhone is stuck on update?

  1. Restart the iPhone: Most issues can be resolved by restarting your iPhone. …
  2. Deleting the update from the iPhone: Users can try deleting the update from the storage and downloading it again to fix the iPhone stuck on preparing update issue.

Why is my iPhone taking 2 hours to update?

So if your iPhone is taking so long to update, here are some possible reasons are listed below:

Unstable even unavailable internet connection

.

USB cable connection is unstable or interrupted

.

Downloading other files

while downloading the iOS update files.

Can I stop an iPhone update in progress?

When an over-the-air iOS update starts downloading on your iPhone or iPad, you can monitor its progress in the Settings app via General -> Software Update. … You can stop the update process in its

tracks at any time

and even delete the downloaded data from your device to free up space.

Why will iPhone update not install?

If you still can't install the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, try downloading the update again: Go to

Settings > General

> [Device name] Storage. … Tap the update, then tap Delete Update. Go to Settings > General > Software Update and download the latest update.

What does preparing update mean iOS 14?

When Apple releases an update to the iOS used on the iPhone, iPad and iPod it's often released in an over-the-air update. … The screen displaying the message “Preparing Update” generally means just that,

your phone is preparing the update file for download and installation.

Why is my new iPhone stuck on software update?

This happens when you accept an invitation to update after Apple releases a newer update version. Apple's update servers

don't know how to inform you

of this problem, so they just puke. Escape from this failed update either by forcibly shutting down Settings or by forcibly restarting your phone.

Why is Apple update taking so long?

If the download takes a long time


You need an Internet connection to update your device

. The time it takes to download the update varies according to the size of the update and your Internet speed. You can use your device normally while downloading the update, and your device will notify you when you can install it.

Can I restart my iPhone during an update?

To check, just

press any of the hardware buttons on the iPhone

and if the update is still running, you should see “iPhone will Restart when Update Completes” on the screen.

Why does it take 3 hours to update iPhone?

You need an Internet connection to update iOS. The time it takes to download the update varies according to the size of the update and

your Internet speed

. You can use your device normally while downloading the iOS update, and iOS will notify you when you can install it.

How do I unfreeze my iPhone software update?

  1. Press and hold down both the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button at the same time.
  2. Keep them held down until you see an Apple logo.
  3. Let go.
Charlene Dyck
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Charlene Dyck
Charlene is a software developer and technology expert with a degree in computer science. She has worked for major tech companies and has a keen understanding of how computers and electronics work. Sarah is also an advocate for digital privacy and security.