Ipad IOS update 18.5 bricked my device and I am unable to restore

Hans158 wrote:

I have serious issues with iPadOS update 18.5 as it makes my iPad 7 very difficult to work with. Ever since the update (and not before) my iPad randomly kills wifi and asks for a restart (I can then log into my wifi again). This happens when the iPad is idle and locked (but not every time). I have tried hard reset, network reset and a full factory reset. The network and factory reset worked for about one day but then the problem started to occur again. The problem occurs even when I close all apps (so I assume it is not an app incompatibility with iPadOS 18.5).

The iPad has more than sufficient memory and, timing wise, is definitely linked to the 18.5 update.

You may have tried some of this already...

If your iPad is not operating as expected, try a forced-restart - as this will often clear an isolated software issue:

Force restart iPad (models with Face ID or with Touch ID in the top button)

If your iPad doesn’t have the Home button, do the following:

1. Press and quickly release the volume button nearest to the top button.
2. Press and quickly release the volume button farthest from the top button.
3. Press and hold the top button.
4. When the Apple logo appears, release the top button.

If the problem persists after performing the restart, it may be necessary to reset your iPad settings. While this reset will not cause any loss of data, as a precaution, it is always wise to ensure that you have a current iCloud or iTunes backup before performing the reset:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

When you are happy to proceed, you can perform the reset from iPad settings:

Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Reset > Reset All Settings

If the problem still doesn’t clear, the next step is to reset the iPad to factory settings:

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

Otherwise, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page. Alternatively and perhaps easier, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044

You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to assist with troubleshooting:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

jbryant76 wrote:

My 7th gen iPad; September 2019 - has bricked. Either during the 18.5 update process or just after. No amount of pushing of buttons at the same time will bring up a recovery mode. Plugging into one of my other Macs does nothing. Anyone have an idea or two?

Given your description, you might be best advised to visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to offer assistance:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Hello again ~ Just wondering as tacking on something like that to an existing thread really isn’t helpful to the OP. I would suggest updating and then starting your own thread if you have an issue.

~Katana-San~

My 7th gen iPad; September 2019 - has bricked. Either during the 18.5 update process or just after. No amount of pushing of buttons at the same time will bring up a recovery mode. Plugging into one of my other Macs does nothing. Anyone have an idea or two?

18.5 bricked my 13 pro max. It also didn't run the backup before attempting the update. Not running a backup is like the first step usually. For all that read this, before you update to 18.5 or any other update, make sure your device is backup.

I have serious issues with iPadOS update 18.5 as it makes my iPad 7 very difficult to work with. Ever since the update (and not before) my iPad randomly kills wifi and asks for a restart (I can then log into my wifi again). This happens when the iPad is idle and locked (but not every time). I have tried hard reset, network reset and a full factory reset. The network and factory reset worked for about one day but then the problem started to occur again. The problem occurs even when I close all apps (so I assume it is not an app incompatibility with iPadOS 18.5).

The iPad has more than sufficient memory and, timing wise, is definitely linked to the 18.5 update.

I also had problems with the update yesterday. All apps were logged out of my iPad and when I logged back in after two hours, I was logged out again.

I'm about to do the update sooo let's hope this doesn't happen to me!

Hello~ Do you have a technical question or a technical answer?? This isn’t a chat site…

~Katana-San~

I am planning on replying as to if the problem happens with me also after i update, which is annoyingly taking rather long. Should update in a sec

It worked fine for me

you need to start your own post.