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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Feb 15, 2023 5:55 AM in response to Carl_dalton

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.


How to find your nearest Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) or Apple Authorized Distributor (AAD) - Find Locations - Apple


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Feb 15, 2023 6:49 AM in response to Carl_dalton

Thank you for the answer. This is very frustrating. They should let me try to download it at my own risk. I have excellent internet but I am 30 miles from a store. They claim an iPad replaces the need for a computer for many people, and yet I need a computer to keep it up to date.

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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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