iOS 18.4.1 stuck on verifying update, unable to use cellular data

Stuck on verifying update for a long time. Cannot use cellular data. Tried restarting and itunes nothing will work.




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iPhone 14 Plus, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 20, 2025 11:10 AM

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Posted on Apr 30, 2025 10:45 PM

See what to do:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Just a few of thhe suggestions in above article.

Eg: says:

also says:

"Check your USB cable and connection

  • Your iPhone or iPad should chime or vibrate when you connect it to your computer. If it doesn't, unplug the USB cable from your iPhone or iPad and check for debris in your device’s charging port. 
  • Connect your device directly to your computer, without using a hub or adapter.
  • Try another USB cable. The cable must support both data and charging.
  • Try another USB port or computer."


And also:

"Update Windows PC

On your Windows PC, you may also need to update iTunesupdate Apple Devices and update drivers.



If nothing here helps :

You may want to open the main article from the link at the top of this reply to see other tips and suggestions near the bottom of the article.

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Apr 30, 2025 10:45 PM in response to Kiranda

See what to do:

If your computer doesn't recognize your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Just a few of thhe suggestions in above article.

Eg: says:

also says:

"Check your USB cable and connection

  • Your iPhone or iPad should chime or vibrate when you connect it to your computer. If it doesn't, unplug the USB cable from your iPhone or iPad and check for debris in your device’s charging port. 
  • Connect your device directly to your computer, without using a hub or adapter.
  • Try another USB cable. The cable must support both data and charging.
  • Try another USB port or computer."


And also:

"Update Windows PC

On your Windows PC, you may also need to update iTunesupdate Apple Devices and update drivers.



If nothing here helps :

You may want to open the main article from the link at the top of this reply to see other tips and suggestions near the bottom of the article.

Apr 21, 2025 08:46 PM in response to Dashurt30

"iOS 18.4.1 stuck on verifying update, unable to use cellular data: Stuck on verifying update for a long time. Cannot use cellular data. Tried restarting and itunes nothing will work."

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How have you Tried iTunes?:

Your iPhone is stuck a Boot Loop. This typically occurs when you go about installing an update, and it stalls while in the process. See my User Tip: How to Fix an iPhone in a Boot Loop - Apple Community

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