My phone won’t update what am I supposed to do

I have been trying to update my phone I did all the steps it won’t let me back up my phone and i don’t know what to do please help

iPhone 12, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 24, 2023 03:50 PM

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Posted on Oct 24, 2023 03:55 PM

If you’re having a particular issue, or encountering a particular error, what is it?


An iPhone can be backed up to a Mac or a Windows PC using a cable, or to iCloud.


Here is how: How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


iCloud backups need either a 5G iPhone and 5G network, or need Wi-Fi.


Once backed up, here is how to update an iPhone: Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


Here is what to do if the iPhone update fails: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support




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Oct 24, 2023 03:55 PM in response to cyanne80

If you’re having a particular issue, or encountering a particular error, what is it?


An iPhone can be backed up to a Mac or a Windows PC using a cable, or to iCloud.


Here is how: How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


iCloud backups need either a 5G iPhone and 5G network, or need Wi-Fi.


Once backed up, here is how to update an iPhone: Update iOS on iPhone - Apple Support


Here is what to do if the iPhone update fails: If your iPhone or iPad won't update - Apple Support




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