Repeated download error for iOS software update

"iOS software update failed. An error ocurred downloading iOS 15.7.1"

I've tried multiple times and have almost 5 GB of free storage on iPhone 12.

Posted on Nov 11, 2022 09:51 AM

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Bob Timmons

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Posted on Nov 11, 2022 09:55 AM

5 GB is not enough space in my experience. You will need at least 6 GB and probably more. 8+ strongly preferred.

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Nov 11, 2022 09:55 AM in response to bshawcos

5 GB is not enough space in my experience. You will need at least 6 GB and probably more. 8+ strongly preferred.

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