Auto update turned off in settings, but apps still auto update on iphone

Hello,


This is about the app store updates. I have moved to a new iphone 13 Pro, iOS 17.0.3.


I always have all automatic updates switched off, for the app store too.


But my new phone still performs all these updates in the background, without any popup.

It also does this when the phone is not charging.


Does anyone have an idea what I can do about this?


Thanks!

iPhone 13 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on Oct 16, 2023 12:22 AM

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Posted on Jul 19, 2024 01:58 PM

I have the same issue. And been noticing that slowly things are updating and changing. Apple would probably tell you that it’s for safety reason or something else. Have you also noticed a slowdown in performance?

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Oct 16, 2023 07:37 PM in response to petra-kim

Thanks for posting in the Apple Support Communities petra-kim,


If you wish to disable all automatic updates on your iPhone, you'll need to manage the settings both for iOS updates, as well as App updates.


Update iPhone automatically
If you didn’t turn on automatic updates when you first set up your iPhone, do the following:
1. Go to Settings  > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates.
2. Turn on iOS Updates below Automatically Install and Automatically Download.
When an update is available, iPhone downloads and installs the update overnight while charging and connected to Wi-Fi. You’re notified before an update is installed.

Update iOS on iPhone


How to turn on or turn off automatic updates on your iPhone or iPad
1. Go to Settings.
2. Tap App Store.
3. Turn on or turn off App Updates.
iPhone showing App Store options in Settings, including App Updates.

How to manually update apps on your Apple device


We hope this helps!





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