iOS update by mobile data

Hello community ,I need to download soft update using mobile data, is that possible ?

Posted on Mar 15, 2023 01:39 PM

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Posted on Mar 16, 2023 04:58 PM

It is only possible to download iOS Updates wirelessly with 5G or WiFi. To be able to download iOS updates via 5G, you must have an iPhone 12 or newer.


You must also activate Allow More Data on 5G. This can be done here:

SettingsCellularCellular Data OptionsData Mode → select Allow More Data on 5G


Alternatively, you can update from a computer.


If you want to update your iPhone via a PC or Mac, see here:



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Mar 16, 2023 04:58 PM in response to IonRambo

It is only possible to download iOS Updates wirelessly with 5G or WiFi. To be able to download iOS updates via 5G, you must have an iPhone 12 or newer.


You must also activate Allow More Data on 5G. This can be done here:

SettingsCellularCellular Data OptionsData Mode → select Allow More Data on 5G


Alternatively, you can update from a computer.


If you want to update your iPhone via a PC or Mac, see here:



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